Ink container - Crystal
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Rare Art Deco cube-shaped ink bottle in solid lead crystal, signed with the Baccarat mark “B,” dating from around 1930; cube measurements are 7.5 cm on each side, weighing 299.8 g, with a bronze/brass-mounted frame showing a natural patina, originating from France (private collection from France/Switzerland) and in fairly good used condition with minor possible flaws.
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Rare Cubic Art Deco Inkstand – Cut Mass Crystal – Signed "B" (Baccarat) – Circa 1930
Description of the object:
Splendid collectible inkstand from the Art Deco era (1925-1935), showcasing a minimalist "Ice Cube" modernist aesthetic of great purity. This prestige desk accessory perfectly embodies the functional luxury of the 1930s.
Material: Block of high-density solid crystal (lead crystal), offering exceptional refraction and light play ("prismatic effect").
Design: Perfect cubic shape, cut and wheel-polished. The stopper features an inverted-diamond cut, creating a fascinating optical illusion inside the flask.
Mounting: Hinge and ferrule in bronze/brass with a natural patina. A cold-stamped "B" mark on the mount, characteristic of the renowned Baccarat House.
Technical specifications:
Dimensions: Perfect cube of 7.5 × 7.5 × 7.5 cm
Weight: 299.8 g (Remarkable density confirming the crystal quality).
Condition: Good vintage condition. The crystal is clear. The mount shows a natural oxidation patina (internal verdigris) attesting to its authenticity and historical use.
Origin: France / Switzerland, private collection.
Why bid on this piece?
This inkstand is not merely a desk accessory, it is a true sculpture of light. With its standard dimensions of the great Art Deco era and its noble weight, it makes a safe investment for any collector of luxury glassware or 20th-century design.
Ultra-Secure Shipping: professional crystal-specific packaging (reinforced carton and bubbles).
Insurance Included: Transportation insurance up to the final value is fully at my expense.
Real-time tracking: Tracking number provided from shipment from Switzerland.
Rare Cubic Art Deco Inkstand – Cut Mass Crystal – Signed "B" (Baccarat) – Circa 1930
Description of the object:
Splendid collectible inkstand from the Art Deco era (1925-1935), showcasing a minimalist "Ice Cube" modernist aesthetic of great purity. This prestige desk accessory perfectly embodies the functional luxury of the 1930s.
Material: Block of high-density solid crystal (lead crystal), offering exceptional refraction and light play ("prismatic effect").
Design: Perfect cubic shape, cut and wheel-polished. The stopper features an inverted-diamond cut, creating a fascinating optical illusion inside the flask.
Mounting: Hinge and ferrule in bronze/brass with a natural patina. A cold-stamped "B" mark on the mount, characteristic of the renowned Baccarat House.
Technical specifications:
Dimensions: Perfect cube of 7.5 × 7.5 × 7.5 cm
Weight: 299.8 g (Remarkable density confirming the crystal quality).
Condition: Good vintage condition. The crystal is clear. The mount shows a natural oxidation patina (internal verdigris) attesting to its authenticity and historical use.
Origin: France / Switzerland, private collection.
Why bid on this piece?
This inkstand is not merely a desk accessory, it is a true sculpture of light. With its standard dimensions of the great Art Deco era and its noble weight, it makes a safe investment for any collector of luxury glassware or 20th-century design.
Ultra-Secure Shipping: professional crystal-specific packaging (reinforced carton and bubbles).
Insurance Included: Transportation insurance up to the final value is fully at my expense.
Real-time tracking: Tracking number provided from shipment from Switzerland.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Crystal
Country of origin
France
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
7.5 cm
Width
7.5 cm
Depth
3.5 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
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