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Inkwell in red marble with "Allegory of writing" in gilt bronze, signed H.CHAPU
$5,925.74
£4,424.60
€5,000
CA$8,127.52
A$9,134.79
CHF 4,757.16
MX$111,101.70
NOK 60,873.69
SEK 57,726.20
DKK 38,063.04
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Inkwell in red Griotte marble and gilt bronze representing an allegory of writing by Henri Chapu (1833-1891). This old 19th century inkstand is composed of a penholder hollowed out of the marble and two cups with their gilt bronze covers. The marble is enhanced by a decoration of gilded bronzes with laurel garlands, torus and buttons. The interior of the cups is made of translucent glass. In the center of the inkwell, a bas-relief in bronze with a black patina, finely sculpted, depicting a young nude woman, seated, holding a quill in her right hand and a manuscript in her left hand. This figure illustrating the allegory of writing is signed at the bottom right "Henri CHAPU".
- Creator:Henri Chapu (Sculptor)
- Dimensions:Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Width: 16.54 in (42 cm)Depth: 7.88 in (20 cm)
- Style:Napoleon III (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1870
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition. One glass cup has been glued back on.
- Seller Location:Paris, FR
- Reference Number:Seller: 33211stDibs: LU2065332312652
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