Lot 4285
  • 4285

A paktong inkstand, probably English, mid 18th century

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • paktong
  • length 6 7/8 in.
  • 17.5 cm
with three detachable pots, and with a screw-on candle sconce and baluster ring handle, on four shell feet.

Condition

with small shallow dents to the three pots and the sconce; one pot with two foundry patches to body (done at time of creation); the sander pot with cover soldered in place; otherwise good
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