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Jugendstil Inkwell & Tray Attributed to Erhard & Söhne

$970
£738.99
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CA$1,357.50
A$1,516.77
CHF 793.44
MX$18,600.52
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Crafted in Germany during the Art Nouveau era, this brass and rosewood inkwell and stand is attributed to makers Erhard & Söhne. The ornate 'Jugendstil' style stand has been crafted from a piece of rosewood that has been inlaid with brass and has cast brass mounts to the outer edges. To the centre of the stand is a glass inkwell which has a matched rosewood and brass inlay hinged lid. Erhard & Söhne dates back to 1844 when Gottlieb Erhard and his sons began operation near Stuttgart. In 1904 they had a world patent for brass inlay indicating that they had likely invented the technique. Whilst this piece is not signed, it is almost certainly by Erhard & Söhne with several other pieces with similar motifs on the market. In very good order, there are only some minor losses to the inlay and fleabites to the inkwell, commensurate with age and use. A gorgeous piece to add to the desk of an antique enthusiast. Measures - 8cm H x 22cm W x 12.5cm D
  • Creator:
    Erhard & Söhne
  • Metal:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.15 in (80 mm)Width: 8.67 in (220 mm)Depth: 4.93 in (125 mm)
  • Style:
    Jugendstil
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1910
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Brisbane City, AU
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BR01191stDibs: LU2099224344852

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