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20th Century Italian Bronze Inkwell with Bull Heads and Putti Embracing Lion

About the Item

From Italy an early 20th century bronze inkwell resting on a double circular marble base, in black marble and Italian Alpi green marble. The body of the inkwell has a tripod base with taurine legs decorated by alternating masks of putti, grapes and and bulls’ heads. The cover is surmounted by the figure of an angel embracing a lion. Garlands of flowers and human masks throughout the basement. The ink glass is missing. In good condition with a beautiful patina. Height 18.5 cm x diameter 13 cm A rare antique desk accessory from a Milanese private collection.This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing legislation, any artwork in Italy created over 70 years ago requires a governative license for export called Belle Arti. The shipping may require additional 2-3 handling weeks to require and get the license according to the final destination of the artwork. Measures: Height 10.2 cm Width 7.5 cm Depth 9 cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.49 in (19 cm)Diameter: 5.12 in (13 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1910
  • Condition:
    Inside missing ink glass.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A5851stDibs: LU2160320458902
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