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Important French Silver & Guilloche Enamel Inkwell by Edouard Henry Dreyfous
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This inkwell is one of the finest examples we have had in our collection to date. Crafted by the firm 'Dreyfous' the inkwell is made from .800 purity silver, etched crystal and cranberry guilloche enamel. The square form crystal base which sits upon four scroll feet is etched with floral motifs and bordered by gilded .800 purity silver that features panels of rich cranberry guilloche enamel. The central bulbous inkwell features further guilloche enamel that is overlaid with silver garlands and a hinged lid with floral knop. To the inside of the inkwell sits what appears to be its original glass ink liner which is in lovely condition. To the inside rim of the well is engraved 'Dreyfous Paris Londres New York' which helps date the piece to between 1890 and 1920.
Queen Alexandra and Queen Mary of England were both frequent customers of Edouard Henry Dreyfous, purchasing a range of works from his London locations. Aside from his main shop in London, Dreyfous also held premises in Paris and New York. There are three wonderful noted examples of works by Dreyfous in the Royal Collection, two of which are exceptionally good pieces with a similar quality of work to Faberge. One of these pieces is a enamelled and jewelled egg which was a gift to Queen Mary from her children at Christmas in 1927. Dreyfous was the holder of an English Royal Warrant during the early 20th Century.
Interestingly this piece is able to be completely dismantled to clean and polish it, with the central inkwell and the feet screwed on with small bolts. We have however left the piece in its original condition and only lightly polished it to allow it to retain its rich antique patina.
Measures - 10cm H x 15cm Square
Total weight - 770 grams
- Creator:Edouard Henry Dreyfous
- Metal:
- Weight:770 g
- Dimensions:Height: 3.94 in (100 mm)Width: 5.91 in (150 mm)Depth: 5.91 in (150 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1910
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Brisbane, AU
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