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Palais Royal Engraved Mother of Pearl and Ormolu Cupid Inkwell

About the Item

Palais Royal mother of pearl and ormolu inkwell depicting Cupid. Set upon a fine ormolu base with four ormolu feet, with the very finely engraved mother of pearl base sitting on this. In the centre sits a finely detailed Cupid, holding a vase infront, for the ink and the sander sitting upon his back. Four ormolu pen holdings surround Cupid. Original ormolu and perfect engraved mother of pearl. France circa 1830.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.73 in (12 cm)Width: 5.32 in (13.5 cm)Depth: 3.67 in (9.3 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1830
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2015330003342
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