French Antique - Inkwell - Brass, Crystal
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French late 19th to early 20th century ornate brass and cut crystal double inkwell set with foliate and rocaille decoration, measuring approximately 28 × 15 × 9 cm, in fair condition with one stopper missing and crystal chips.
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Late 19th / Early 20th Century French Inkwell Set – Ornate Brass & Cut Crystal
Elegant antique French double inkwell set, combining an elaborately decorated brass base with substantial faceted crystal inkwells. Its scrolling foliage and rocaille-inspired ornamentation create a refined Louis XV-style appearance, making it an attractive period desk accessory.
Key Details
- Origin & Period: France, late 19th to early 20th century.
- Materials & Craftsmanship: Ornate cast brass base with detailed foliate and scroll decoration, fitted with two heavy faceted crystal inkwells.
- Dimensions: approx. 28 × 15 × 9 cm (11.02 × 5.91 × 3.54 inches).
- Design: Symmetrical double-inkwell composition with integrated pen rests and richly worked openwork decoration. One inkwell retains its large faceted crystal stopper.
- Condition: Antique condition with age-related patina, oxidation and traces of use. One stopper is missing. The crystal elements show small chips, including a more noticeable chip to one corner, clearly visible in the photographs.
- Collectibility: A decorative example of antique French deskware, ideal for collectors of writing accessories, brass objects and period office furnishings.
A characterful and visually striking antique piece whose signs of age reflect its history and authentic period charm.
Late 19th / Early 20th Century French Inkwell Set – Ornate Brass & Cut Crystal
Elegant antique French double inkwell set, combining an elaborately decorated brass base with substantial faceted crystal inkwells. Its scrolling foliage and rocaille-inspired ornamentation create a refined Louis XV-style appearance, making it an attractive period desk accessory.
Key Details
- Origin & Period: France, late 19th to early 20th century.
- Materials & Craftsmanship: Ornate cast brass base with detailed foliate and scroll decoration, fitted with two heavy faceted crystal inkwells.
- Dimensions: approx. 28 × 15 × 9 cm (11.02 × 5.91 × 3.54 inches).
- Design: Symmetrical double-inkwell composition with integrated pen rests and richly worked openwork decoration. One inkwell retains its large faceted crystal stopper.
- Condition: Antique condition with age-related patina, oxidation and traces of use. One stopper is missing. The crystal elements show small chips, including a more noticeable chip to one corner, clearly visible in the photographs.
- Collectibility: A decorative example of antique French deskware, ideal for collectors of writing accessories, brass objects and period office furnishings.
A characterful and visually striking antique piece whose signs of age reflect its history and authentic period charm.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Material
Brass, Crystal
Designer/artist/maker
French Antique
Country of origin
France
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
9 cm
Width
28 cm
Depth
15 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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