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Style: Charles X
Freemasonry gilt bronze inkwell designed as a hive
Freemasonry gilt bronze inkwell designed as a hive

Freemasonry gilt bronze inkwell designed as a hive

Located in Paris, FR

Small ormolu inkwell with a beehive-shaped system decorated with bees at the top, on a base animated with flowers and vegetation. The basket-shaped receptacle is decorated with wheat...

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1820s French Antique Charles X Inkwells

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Bronze

French Charles X Large Marble and Gilded Bronze Ink Well and Candle Stand
French Charles X Large Marble and Gilded Bronze Ink Well and Candle Stand

French Charles X Large Marble and Gilded Bronze Ink Well and Candle Stand

Located in Hudson, NY

This French carved marble and gilded bronze inkwell and candlestand, circa 1830 is carved from sienna marble. The large block is set with a tray well in front and then the cast bronze sarcophagus shaped inkwell is set up on animal paw feet. Cast with 4 holes to rest the quills or pens two wells for ink and a candlestand in the center. The bronze is well cast and has the more expensive attribute of matte and burnished elements giving an extra rich quality to the objects visual drama. Condition Disclosure: While we do our best to carefully inspect and give a full report on the condition of any item we sell, pointing out any repairs or alterations that may have been done to the best of our knowledge, as is the case with any antique and vintage item, there is a possibility that at some point in the life of the piece that there may have been damaged which has been professionally repaired and as such a repair undetectable it is therefore impossible for us to disclose... we recommend that you also read and agree to the 1st dibs user agreement...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Charles X Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Silver Plated Bronze Inwell, Charles X
Silver Plated Bronze Inwell, Charles X

Silver Plated Bronze Inwell, Charles X

Located in Firenze, FI

Elegant silvered bronze inkwell in the shape of a shell raised by four feet also made like small shells. The two cruets for the ink and the pen cleaner are in cut crystal with a bro...

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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Charles X Inkwells

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Crystal, Bronze

French 19th Century Charles X St. Bronze, Ormolu and Sienna Marble Inkwell
French 19th Century Charles X St. Bronze, Ormolu and Sienna Marble Inkwell

French 19th Century Charles X St. Bronze, Ormolu and Sienna Marble Inkwell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant French 19th century Charles X st. patinated bronze, ormolu and Sienna marble inkwell. The inkwell is raised by a rectangular Sienna marble base. The pedestal displays an e...

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19th Century French Antique Charles X Inkwells

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Bronze, Ormolu

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Charles X inkwells for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Charles X inkwells for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage inkwells created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with bronze, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Charles X inkwells made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for inkwells differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $529 and tops out at $5,017 while the average work can sell for $2,400.