Antique Cold Painted Metal Pug Inkwell, Glass Eyes

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This substantial cold-painted metal inkwell, featuring a pug with glass eyes, showcases the detailed craftsmanship likely of German origin. It's … more This substantial cold-painted metal inkwell, featuring a pug with glass eyes, showcases the detailed craftsmanship likely of German origin. It's a unique and whimsical desk accessory, perfect for collectors of vintage writing instruments or dog enthusiasts. It is an inkwell holder, or desktop box (glass inkwell would be stored inside for use. Notably, the cropped ears provide a clear time marker, as this practice ceased in the 20th century and most pug figures into the 20th century have floppy ears.

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