"Barbedienne Inkwell In Etruscan Bronze"
Ferdinand Barbedienne (1810-1892)Bronze table inkwell with brown patina. On three feet forming the paws of a wild animal. Turlupet with an Etruscan face. A horizontal handle. The signature "F. Barbedienne" is engraved on the back of the saucer. Its crystal ink receptacle is present. Excellent condition.