Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2481Location: BostonDate / Time: October 24, 2009 11:00AM
Description:
Whimsical Doulton Lambeth Salt-glaze Figural "Virago" Inkwell, c. 1905-1908, designed by Leslie Harradine, depicting a stern woman with arms crossed and stamped with "Votes For Women", ht. 3 1/2 in.
See Eyles, Desmond, The Doulton Lambeth Wares, London, 1975, plate XLVI, illustrated in color.
Estimate $300-400
Very good condition throughout with no cracks, chips or restorations. The metal hinge is a replacement.