Inkwell - Brass

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Art Nouveau inkstand base, probably brass, from Belgium, dating to the Belle Époque (circa 1890–1910); dimensions 16 cm wide, 5 cm deep and 5 cm high; in excellent condition with only minimal signs of wear and the glass or ceramic inkwell missing.

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This is an Art Nouveau-style inkstand base, probably made of brass.

This type of object is characterized by organic shapes and plant motifs, typical of the Belle Époque period (around 1890-1910).

Style: Art Nouveau or Jugendstil.

Material: Brass or bronze, with a golden patina.

Motifs: Naturalistic decor with leaves and berries, as well as a face or mask at the top of the hexagonal section.

Usage: The glass or ceramic inkwell, which probably fit into the upper opening to hold ink, is missing.

This is an Art Nouveau-style inkstand base, probably made of brass.

This type of object is characterized by organic shapes and plant motifs, typical of the Belle Époque period (around 1890-1910).

Style: Art Nouveau or Jugendstil.

Material: Brass or bronze, with a golden patina.

Motifs: Naturalistic decor with leaves and berries, as well as a face or mask at the top of the hexagonal section.

Usage: The glass or ceramic inkwell, which probably fit into the upper opening to hold ink, is missing.

Details

Era
1900-2000
No. of items
1
Material
Brass
Country of Origin
Belgium
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
5 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
5 cm
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