Inkwell - Porcelain, faiance
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A 19th‑century faience and porcelain inkwell stand from Europe, circa 1850–1900, measuring 22 cm wide, 7 cm deep and 13 cm high, richly Rococo in style with hand‑painted brown floral motifs, featuring two removable inkwells with original covers and an ornate backplate, with minor restorations on one cover and its inkwell.
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19th Century Faience Inkwell Stand
Elegant 19th-century faience inkwell stand, richly modelled in the Rococo taste and decorated with delicate hand-painted floral motifs in brown tones. The piece comprises a shaped stand with two removable inkwells and original covers, raised on scrolling feet and finished with an ornate backplate.
A charming example of decorative faience, combining functionality and craftsmanship, reflecting the refined aesthetics of the period. Such writing accessories were once an essential feature of well-appointed desks and studies.
Dimension: 22x7.0cm
Height: 13cm
Good overall antique condition. The stand remains structurally sound and displays beautifully. One cover and its matching inkwell have been professionally restored in the past, a common occurrence for functional faience pieces of this age. Minor wear and imperfections are consistent with centuries of use. Please refer carefully to the photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
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19th Century Faience Inkwell Stand
Elegant 19th-century faience inkwell stand, richly modelled in the Rococo taste and decorated with delicate hand-painted floral motifs in brown tones. The piece comprises a shaped stand with two removable inkwells and original covers, raised on scrolling feet and finished with an ornate backplate.
A charming example of decorative faience, combining functionality and craftsmanship, reflecting the refined aesthetics of the period. Such writing accessories were once an essential feature of well-appointed desks and studies.
Dimension: 22x7.0cm
Height: 13cm
Good overall antique condition. The stand remains structurally sound and displays beautifully. One cover and its matching inkwell have been professionally restored in the past, a common occurrence for functional faience pieces of this age. Minor wear and imperfections are consistent with centuries of use. Please refer carefully to the photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
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Details
Era
1400-1900
Material
faiance, Porcelain
Country of origin
Europe
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
13 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
7 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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