Desk set (5) - Glass, Silverplate, Brass, Bronze, Copper
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A collection of five French antique desk inkstands and accessories, dominated by a large neo‑classic bronze/brass inkstand with mythological scenes and a Napoléon porte-plume, probably dating from the late 19th to early 20th century, with glass and metallic components and dimensions around 15 cm square.
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Collection of three antique ink wells accompanied by a pen holder/pencil case depicting Napoleon.
The main piece is a substantial inkwell in the Grand Tour style or neoclassical, probably made between the late 19th and early 20th century. In non-magnetic molded bronze or brass, it features a rich decoration of mythological scenes, female busts, foliage, and medallions inspired by Greco-Roman coins. Four supports allow placing the pens, and the lid is topped with a pine cone. There are traces of old ink, patina wear, and some verdigris marks.
Dimensions: about 15 × 15 cm.
Weight: 880 g.
The lot also includes:
* a large circular glass ink well, thick, height 5 cm, with its rare round metal carrying case. Overall good condition of the ink well, with traces of old ink and patina wear on the lid and its case;
* a small square crystal or cut glass ink well, equipped with its inner receptacle and a faceted lid. Body in overall good condition aside from a nick at one corner; several nicks on the lid, mount, and hinge showing wear from age;
* a pen holder/pencil case depicting Napoleon Bonaparte, marked under the base “Made in France – 2112.” Complete and with no apparent breaks, but with significant wear to the silver finish.
Authentic ensemble showing signs of use and aging consistent with its age. The detailed photographs are an integral part of the description.
Collection of three antique ink wells accompanied by a pen holder/pencil case depicting Napoleon.
The main piece is a substantial inkwell in the Grand Tour style or neoclassical, probably made between the late 19th and early 20th century. In non-magnetic molded bronze or brass, it features a rich decoration of mythological scenes, female busts, foliage, and medallions inspired by Greco-Roman coins. Four supports allow placing the pens, and the lid is topped with a pine cone. There are traces of old ink, patina wear, and some verdigris marks.
Dimensions: about 15 × 15 cm.
Weight: 880 g.
The lot also includes:
* a large circular glass ink well, thick, height 5 cm, with its rare round metal carrying case. Overall good condition of the ink well, with traces of old ink and patina wear on the lid and its case;
* a small square crystal or cut glass ink well, equipped with its inner receptacle and a faceted lid. Body in overall good condition aside from a nick at one corner; several nicks on the lid, mount, and hinge showing wear from age;
* a pen holder/pencil case depicting Napoleon Bonaparte, marked under the base “Made in France – 2112.” Complete and with no apparent breaks, but with significant wear to the silver finish.
Authentic ensemble showing signs of use and aging consistent with its age. The detailed photographs are an integral part of the description.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
5
Material
Brass, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Silverplate
Country of origin
France
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
15 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
15 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
