Bronze Articulated Life-size Crab Inkwell, Manner of Wesley Trippett

This lot is part of a collection from a Louisville, Kentucky residence decorated by Jay Spectre. The award-winning interior and furniture designer was known for his luxurious pieces influenced by Art Deco, Asian and African themes. This is evident in the pieces he selected here, some of which still bear his gallery label.
Medium: country of origin unknown; bronze
Size: 2.5"h, 10.5"w, 8.5"d
Signature: no marking(s) apparent
Condition: good overall excepting missing ink vessel, patina to metal, hinges somewhat loose, approx. 0.5" crack to underside, wear consistent with age and light use