B Neresheimer & Sohnes (1893), later Ludwig Neresheimer & Co
Country of Origin
Germany
Dated
1901
Medium
Silver
Condition
excellent
Description
A very rare silver lifesized model of a tortoise (29.3cm long, weighing 34oz),whose shell swings open to reveal inkwell,stamp holder and spare nib compartment. Made by Neresheimer of Hanau and imported into England by Berthold Muller.
