Antique 1880s Cast Iron Orientalist Inkwell Seated Man Turban Desk Figure!

• Material: Heavy cast iron with traces of original painted finish • Design: Depicts a seated man in flowing robes and turban, in the Orientalist style popular during the Victorian era • Era: Circa 1880–1910 🔎 Condition: • Displays age-appropriate wear, including paint loss and patina from handling and display. • See photos for overall condition 🎯 Collector’s Note: Inkwells like this were once popular desk accessories, both decorative and functional. The Orientalist motif reflects the fascination with Middle Eastern and exotic imagery in Victorian and Edwardian design. These pieces are highly sought after today by collectors of inkwells, desk accessories, and cast iron art.