Franzi-Milano - No reserve price - Desk set (8) - set da Scrivania provenienza Venezia,Calamai,Penne a piuma,Occhiali da lettura - Wood, Glass, Aluminium, Brass

Franzi Milano - Antique desk set for writing and reading (2 inkwells, 2 quill pens, 2 vintage glasses) - Late 19th / Early 20th century

Lotto Description

Charming and rare antique desk and reading set consisting of eight original pieces dating to the end of the 19th century and the early decades of the 20th century, associated with the historic Milanese house Franzi (founded in 1864, renowned official supplier to the Royal Houses).
Composition of the lot:
1. Double desk inkwell (Late '800 / Early '900):
• Curved dark wood base with front pen-rest trench and central compartment for stamps/pen nibs.
• Two glass inkwells of faceted clear glass; one complete with its original metal worked cap, the other lacking a cap but complete with the original internal glass beaker.
2. Single “bell” (Capstan) inkwell and a pair of pens (Franzi Brand):
• Metal/Pewter inkwell with a flared circular anti-tip base and original hinged lid.
• Two dipping pen holders in engraved metal shaped as an otter feather (not solid silver).
3. Two pairs of reading glasses with original cases (Early '900):
• First pair: Round metal frame (non-precious) with an era-made rigid case shaped like a Ducal Horn (headgear worn by the Doges of Venice) signed in gold “Antonio Toninato - Optician - Calle dei Fabbri 4659, Venice”.
• Second pair: Slim round metal frame (non-precious) with a rigid case covered in geometric vintage print.
Conditions:
Good overall condition compatible with age and historical use. The items show a natural and charming patina on metal surfaces and superficial wear marks on wood and on the cases. Note the absence of one of the two metal caps on the double glass inkwell. No precious metals (gold/silver) are present.
Double inkwell weight 632 g
Franzi inkwell weight 225 g
Glasses with case 90 g
Two quill pens 13 g
Total weight 961 g
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