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19th Century Biedermeier Glass Inkwell Judaica Inkpot

$1,079.26
£802.86
€900
CA$1,477.88
A$1,643.20
CHF 857.99
MX$20,001.73
NOK 10,947.55
SEK 10,257.33
DKK 6,851.20
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About the Item

Early 19th Century Jewish Glass Ink pot dating back to the Biedermeier period, of European Austro-Hungarian origin. Circular shape, this clear jacketed glass inkwell has a blue and white layers and is fully decorated with lovely green vegetal patterns, ocher scrolls and fine gold paintings. The surface shows oval engravings, whereas a star of David is engraved in the bottom. Brass ink lid, fully hand crafted and hand-painted, in good condition with signs of wear on the brass lid, consistent with age and use. 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. Article size: Height: 3 cm by Diameter: 9.5 cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.19 in (3 cm)Diameter: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Style:
    Biedermeier (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Hungary
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1810
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A8151stDibs: LU2160329267012

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