French Gilt-Bronze and Pink Sèvres Porcelain Inkwell & Letter Holder, circa 1880
View Similar Items
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 12
French Gilt-Bronze and Pink Sèvres Porcelain Inkwell & Letter Holder, circa 1880
About the Item
- Attributed to:Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
- Style:Rococo (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: f1798218110812625122fs
About the Seller
5.0
Vetted Seller
These experienced sellers undergo a comprehensive evaluation by our team of in-house experts.
Established in 1980
1stDibs seller since 2016
58 sales on 1stDibs
More From This SellerView All
- Rare Art Nouveau French Ormolu and Crystal Inkwell Encrier by BaccaratBy Cristalleries De BaccaratLocated in New York, NYA Rare Art Nouveau French Ormolu and crystal inkwell Encrier by Baccarat, circa 1900, the ormolu possibly by Francois Linke. Depicting a reclined winged maiden...Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
MaterialsCrystal, Bronze, Ormolu
- An Exquisite and Rare French Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Bloodstone InkwellLocated in New York, NYAn Exquisite and Rare French Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Bloodstone Inkwell, circa 1875. A truly exceptional and jewel like quality inkwell encrier, made with the finest ormolu, mounted on bloodstone. A true collectors and one of a kind piece. Revival of the ancient régime in the late 19th century was paramount to the French furniture and bronze casting firms of the Belle Epoque. Imitation in the highest regard and replication of those tastes and styles was prevalent throughout the Paris Faubourg, where the most talented bronziers and ébénistes established their workshops. The present inkwell encrier recalls the late 18th century's obsession with hardstones - a taste expounded above all by the duc d'Aumont and, subsequently Marie-Antoinette. Such hardstone-mounted pieces, reminiscent of Renaissance schatzkammer objects, enjoyed a revived popularity at the end of the 18th century through the impetus of both the marchands-mercier and, more importantly, the hôtel des Menus-Plaisirs, where the duc d'Aumont himself established a workshop in 1770 specializing in the cutting and polishing of precious hardstones. This exceptional inkwell encrier, sumptuously-mounted with finely chased gilt-bronzes, incorporates a highly-prized material such as bloodstone. Sometimes called the Sunstone, the meaning of Bloodstone comes entangled in fascinating history. The Ancient Greeks held the Bloodstone as a gem with glorious powers. They referred to it as Heliotrope, which directly translates to Sunstone. It was believed to have heavenly healing powers gifted by the gods and most certainly when it came to healing all things related to the blood. Even as we move forward into the Middle Ages, the Bloodstone takes another mystical story under its wing. It was believed to be formed from Christ's blood. It was said that during the Crucifixion, a few red spots of his blood dripped...Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells
MaterialsBronze, Ormolu
- Rare French Ormolu and Diamond-Cut Crystal Figural Inkwell Encrier by BaccaratBy Cristalleries De BaccaratLocated in New York, NYA rare French Ormolu and diamond-cut crystal figural inkwell Encrier by Baccarat, circa 1875. Depicting a cherub with books, with the finest ormolu mounts, this exquisite jewel...Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells
MaterialsCrystal, Bronze, Ormolu
- Al Thani Collection, a Mughal Indian Square White Jade Inkwell Cover, circa 1800Located in New York, NYAl Thani collection, a Mughal Indian square white jade inkwell cover, circa 1800 Purchased from the Al Thani collection, Christies New York, Sal...Category
Antique Late 18th Century Indian Islamic Inkwells
MaterialsJade
- Palatial French Ormolu-Mounted Sevres Porcelain Hand-Painted Vase and CoverBy Manufacture Nationale de SèvresLocated in New York, NYA palatial french ormolu-mounted Sevres Porcelain hand-painted vase and cover, circa 1838. This monumental Sevres porcelain vase stands 56" high, and is beautifully hand-painted with classical scenes of lovers and cupids, in teal / turquoise blue ground porcelain. Made with very fine quality figural bronze handle, the vase turns to a full 360 degree angle and is mounted on a solid bronze base with fine detail. Painted with beautiful flowers throughout the entire vase, leading up to the cover, which is adorned with an acorn bronze...Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Vases
MaterialsBronze
- Important, Rare French Ormolu Sevres Style Porcelain Jewelry Box on Bronze TableLocated in New York, NYA rare and important French ormolu/bronze and Sevres style turquoise porcelain jewelry box casket on matching French ormolu/bronze table with Sevres style porcelain plaques. Of palatial / monumental size! "The Marie Antoinette Jewelry...Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes
MaterialsBronze, Enamel, Ormolu
You May Also Like
- Fine Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze and Sèvres Style Porcelain Inkwell, circa 1890By Manufacture Nationale de SèvresLocated in Brighton, West SussexA fine Louis XV Style gilt bronze and Sèvres style Porcelain inkwell. French, circa 1890. This elegant and sophisticated inkwell is of sarcophagus form with finely painted por...Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Inkwells
MaterialsBronze
- French Gilt Bronze and Marble Inkwell and Pen HolderLocated in Hamilton, OntarioFrench gilt bronze and marble inkwell and pen holder.Category
Antique 19th Century French Desk Sets
MaterialsBronze
$1,595 Sale Price20% Off - 19th Century Small Inkwell in Porcelain and Silver-Gilt in Sevres StyleBy Manufacture Nationale de SèvresLocated in Paris, FRSmall inkwell crafted in porcelain, the paunch and lid decorated with a frieze of polychromatic floral motives highlighted with gold. The lid topped by a pine cone finial features a ...Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Inkwells
MaterialsSilver
- Antique French Bronze and Marble Inkwell, circa 1880Located in Dallas, TX19th century French inkwell depicting a beautiful woman. Striking color combination of soft grey marble with contrasting bronze, circa 1880.Category
Antique 1880s French Inkwells
MaterialsBronze
- 19th Century French Imperial Manufacture of Sevres Porcelain InkwellBy Manufacture Nationale de SèvresLocated in LEGNY, FRBeautiful 19th century French porcelain inkwell from the imperial manufacture of Sevres. Green and gold decor with dolphin's head. Stamped Sevres at the back. Rare item.Category
Antique 19th Century French Inkwells
MaterialsPorcelain
- Large Bronze Desk Stand with Inkwells Letter Rack and Porcelain Ink HoldersLocated in Lisse, NLLarge, late 19th century, hand-engraved bronze desk stand. This antique and rather sizeable bronze inkstand is highly decorative, in very good condition and it is one of the heavies...Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Inkwells
MaterialsBronze
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Letter Holder French
Pink And Gold Desk
Antique French Porcelain Inkwell
Letter Holder Bronze
Gilt Letter Holder
Sevres Inkwell
Sevres Porcelain Inkwell
Porcelain Letter Holder
Antique Inkwells
Antique Inkwells Inkwells
Inkwell Antique
Antique Inkwell
Office Inkwell
Antique Inkwell Desk
Antique Desk Inkwell
Hinge Desk
Bronze Base Desks
Antique Marble Desk