A. Ouvet - Inkwell - Alloy
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Orientalist-style desk inkwell sculpture in a patinated metal alloy, likely bronze or regule, dating to the 1931 Exposition Coloniale Internationale in Paris, by A. Ouvet (France); dimensions 11.5 × 15 × 6.5 cm; in good condition with light signs of wear from age.
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Fascinating and rare Orientalist-style desk inkstand, crafted in patinated metal alloy (probably bronze or regulus), created for the famous Exposition Coloniale Internationale in Paris in 1931. The piece depicts with notable realism a man in traditional North African dress (likely a Tuareg or Berber) mounted on a donkey loaded with bundles. The sculpture rests on an architecturally rich base decorated with volute and fan motifs in full Art Deco style.
Technical Details and Markings
• Signature: The work bears the signature engraved on the base as "A. Ouveh" (or similar), identifiable with the artistic production associated with high‑end colonial-era souvenirs.
• Commemorative Plaque: On the front there is a gilded brass plaque inscribed: "EXPON COLONIALE 1931".
• Functionality: On the right side of the base is integrated an inkstand with a hinged lid, adorned with a refined raised floral pattern. The interior retains the original ink container.
Fascinating and rare Orientalist-style desk inkstand, crafted in patinated metal alloy (probably bronze or regulus), created for the famous Exposition Coloniale Internationale in Paris in 1931. The piece depicts with notable realism a man in traditional North African dress (likely a Tuareg or Berber) mounted on a donkey loaded with bundles. The sculpture rests on an architecturally rich base decorated with volute and fan motifs in full Art Deco style.
Technical Details and Markings
• Signature: The work bears the signature engraved on the base as "A. Ouveh" (or similar), identifiable with the artistic production associated with high‑end colonial-era souvenirs.
• Commemorative Plaque: On the front there is a gilded brass plaque inscribed: "EXPON COLONIALE 1931".
• Functionality: On the right side of the base is integrated an inkstand with a hinged lid, adorned with a refined raised floral pattern. The interior retains the original ink container.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Alloy
Designer/artist/maker
A. Ouvet
Country of origin
France
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
11.5 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
6.5 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
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