Inkwell - Francia/Cina XIX-XX sec - Porcelain, Bronze

Desk inkstand, France/China, late 19th century – early 20th century, consisting of a hemispherical porcelain tray in Samson/Kakiemon style and a gilded bronze upper mount finely incised with floral motifs and providing two pen-holder slots. The porcelain body is decorated with polychrome enamels and features at the center a red medallion with the Shòu character, a traditional Asian symbol of longevity. Weight 128 g. In good condition, with no breaks or chips, shows signs of age and an antique patina; the small inner ink well is missing. For all details, refer to the photos. It will be professionally packed and shipped with tracking code.