'Pavot' Inkwell, circa 1898

enamel, silvered metal, gilt metal
2¹⁄₄ in. (5.7 cm) high, 3¹⁄₂ in. (8.9 cm) diameter
impressed FEUILLÂTRE

Anonymous sale; Christie's, London, 1 May 1997, lot 355.
Acquired by Ann and Gordon Getty from the above.

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