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19th Century French Inkwell

About the Item

A very unusual porcelain inkwell in the 18th century style, with all three pots intact and a covered lid with a hand-painted porcelain dog. The elegant base is adorned by a gilded scallop shell. French, probably Samson, circa 1850-1860.
  • Creator:
    Samson Porcelain Factory 1 (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Width: 10.63 in (27 cm)Depth: 7.88 in (20 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Porcelain,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2961310474701

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