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[Stationery. Inkstands]. Early 19th cent. tortoise-shell inkstand,
w. 4 compartments containing 2 sm. glass wells w. goldplated dec. lids, middle compartment w. goldplated lid w. geometrical decoration, gilt inside edges and goldplated dec. metal on front of outer lid.
- A few cracks in corners on front of base and bottom; needs some polishing; lid w. compartments loose from base.
= Probably a travel inkstand. Rare.
€ (100-150) 110