Inkstand and workbox in a casketAn Austrian casket used as an inkstand and workbox, veneered in thuja burr and ebony, decorated with lozenge, ovum and a basket of flowers out of silver plated metal or marcassite. It presents two side handles in the shape of snake and opens by two reversed locks uncovering an inkstand furnished in red morocco and racks; and a workbox with several racks. Circa :1840 Dim: W: 15 in - D: 9,8in - H: 5,5in. Dim: L:38cm, P:25cm, H:14cm. Bibliography:
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