Medieval Pewter Inkwell - Flanders, 14th-15th Century - Lion Of Flanders, Gothic Middle Ages

Rare medieval pewter alloy inkwell, dated between the 14th and 15th centuries, probably from a Flemish workshop, probably Bruges. This exceptional object testifies to the production of quality writing objects in the late Middle Ages in the former Netherlands.

The central decoration features an armorial shield adorned with a lion, unambiguously identified as the Lion of Flanders. The rim as well as the underside are richly decorated with geometric motifs, mainly composed of lozenges and triangles, typical of the region's Gothic decorative repertoire.

The object was made in the late 19th century.

The object was discovered in the Netherlands and was the subject of a publication in the Dutch journal Tinnewerck No. 50 (June 2017). A copy of this article will be given to the purchaser.

Despite its age, this inkwell presents a good state of preservation, particularly remarkable for an object from this period.

6.5 x 5 cm

Price without shipping costs

Police Register Ref: A066

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