Sale 6502
| Chicago
| Chicago
Estimate$1,000 - $2,000
comprising:
letter holder
inkwell
oval box
desk calendar
pair of blotter ends
rocker blotter
pen tray
letter opener;
9 items total
In overall good and ready to place condition. There are no broken elements or damage to the cast bronze bodies. Some scratches to the top edge of the letter holder. Light areas of tarnish and patina throughout, but the group retains a warm golden glow overall. The glass interior to the inkwell present with a small crack to the lip and a chip to the base, but stable. Sticker residue to the undersides of most items. Scratches to the backs and undersides of each consistent with age and light use. Please see or request additional condition images.
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