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Early 19th Century French Ormolu Bronze Inkwell

$885.55
£667.86
€760
CA$1,224.34
A$1,371.47
CHF 720.35
MX$16,676.66
NOK 9,121.94
SEK 8,659.17
DKK 5,785.62

About the Item

Empire Inkwell on Circular Base Origin: France Material: Gilt bronze (Ormolu) Date: Circa 1800–1810 Dimensions: H × D: approx. 16 × 19 cm Description: Classical-style inkwell in the shape of a lidded urn, mounted on a circular base. The hemispherical body rises from a short, rounded stem with a moulded foot. Applied ornamentation includes finely cast ram’s head masks from which spring upright, rectangular openwork handles with scrolling bases and palmette finials. The centrally hinged lid opens upward and is topped with a knob in the form of a stylised fruit or pinecone. The interior is empty; a glass insert was likely once present but is now missing. The surface is entirely fire-gilt, with a uniform matte appearance and no polished highlights. Did you know? This piece is a textbook example of the French Empire style, as it developed during the Consulate and early Napoleonic periods. Its design combines classical references – such as volutes, palmettes and animal masks – with symmetrical clarity and the opulence of ormolu. Condition: Gilding evenly matte with age- and use-related patina. Traces of oxidation in the interior. Original glass insert missing. Hinge in working condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Diameter: 7.88 in (20 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Gilt
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Early 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1820
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Gilding evenly matte with age- and use-related patina. Traces of oxidation in the interior. Original glass insert missing. Hinge in working condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Greven, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5419245899912

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