Inkwell (3) - Ceramic
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A collection of three antique ceramic inkstands from France, handmade and hand-painted faience, dating to 1960–1970, with dimensions about 13 cm high, 18 cm wide and 5 cm deep, in excellent condition with only minor signs of wear.
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Collection of three antique porcelain inkwells – Moustiers, Meillonnas and polychrome decoration – hand-paintedDecorative set composed of three hand-painted porcelain desk inkwells:
one inkwell signed Balaco from Moustiers, decorated with a blue monochrome bird;
one inkwell signed Décor Meillonnas – handmade, with polychrome floral decoration, complete with its lid;
an elegant antique inkwell with Chinese-inspired decoration, adorned with birds and flowers, with brass fittings and twisted glass quill.
Three charming pieces, witnesses to the art of writing and the French porcelain tradition. A beautiful set for a collector, a cabinet of curiosities, or refined desk decoration.
Condition as shown in the photographs, with signs of age and small defects to be noted precisely.
Moustiers signed Balaco, Meillonnas with floral decoration and an elegant polychrome design of extreme oriental inspiration, accompanied by its twisted glass quill.
Each piece has its own personality, while forming a harmonious ensemble dedicated to the art of writing. A collection already assembled, ideal for a connoisseur of inkwells, French faience, or antique desk objects.
Collection of three antique porcelain inkwells – Moustiers, Meillonnas and polychrome decoration – hand-paintedDecorative set composed of three hand-painted porcelain desk inkwells:
one inkwell signed Balaco from Moustiers, decorated with a blue monochrome bird;
one inkwell signed Décor Meillonnas – handmade, with polychrome floral decoration, complete with its lid;
an elegant antique inkwell with Chinese-inspired decoration, adorned with birds and flowers, with brass fittings and twisted glass quill.
Three charming pieces, witnesses to the art of writing and the French porcelain tradition. A beautiful set for a collector, a cabinet of curiosities, or refined desk decoration.
Condition as shown in the photographs, with signs of age and small defects to be noted precisely.
Moustiers signed Balaco, Meillonnas with floral decoration and an elegant polychrome design of extreme oriental inspiration, accompanied by its twisted glass quill.
Each piece has its own personality, while forming a harmonious ensemble dedicated to the art of writing. A collection already assembled, ideal for a connoisseur of inkwells, French faience, or antique desk objects.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
3
Material
Ceramic
Country of origin
France
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
13 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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