Napoleon III Green Marble And Bronze Eagle Office Inkwell

Encrier De Bureau Napoléon III En Marbre Vert Et Bronze À L'Aigle

Elegant Napoleon III desk inkwell, crafted in richly veined green marble and adorned with finely chased bronze mounts.

The composition is dominated by an impressive eagle with spread wings, a motif strongly associated with the Empire taste and frequently repeated during the Napoleon III period. This inkwell combines decorative quality and original function, with two covered cups and a practical nib tray.

The ornamentation is of the highest quality.

The bronze ornamentation includes laurel wreaths, classical friezes and various details inspired by the Empire vocabulary, while the deep green marble creates a striking contrast with the warmth of the bronze.

Both decorative and functional, this antique desk object will find a perfect place on a desk, in a library, a study or a collector's interior.

Details:
Type: desk inkwell / writing desk
Style: Napoleon III / Empire taste
Epoque : late 19th century
Origin: France
Materials: green marble and bronze
Decor: eagle, laurel wreaths, classical motifs
Features: two covered inkwells and pen tray
Condition: good old condition, with traces of use consistent with age