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Large Modernist Red Marble Vide-Poche / Inkstand

$7,200
£5,485.30
€6,324.77
CA$10,076.25
A$11,258.54
CHF 5,889.46
MX$138,065.73
NOK 75,256.15
SEK 71,362.76
DKK 47,205.15
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About the Item

Large Italian marble vide-poche / inkstand. Rich red and buttery gold Sicilian marble calamaio/inkwell in a very clean and modern Louis XVI form with three wells and further shallow wells for writing implements and accessories. A very rare extremely sculptural period piece, perfect gift for the one with the big desk. Italy, circa 1790. Dimensions: 13.5" W x 7.5" D x 3.5" H.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Width: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Depth: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Marble,Polished
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 18th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU108428550833

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