Gilded Bronze And Breccia Marble Inkwell – 19th Century

Gilded Bronze and Breccia Marble Inkwell – 19th century

An elegant 19th-century desk inkwell, crafted from finely chiseled gilded bronze and mounted on a refined base of polychrome breccia marble in warm shades of red, green, and ivory.

The central body features a circular container with a hinged lid, embellished with a floral-motif knob and rich decoration featuring leaves and classical motifs.

The bronze base is adorned with a relief frieze featuring plant motifs, while the marble rests on small, chiseled bronze feet.

An object of great decorative charm, ideal for furnishing a study, a library, or a classical setting, it represents a refined example of 19th-century French decorative art.

Condition: generally well-preserved. The glass container that held the ink is missing.

Materials: gilded bronze and polychrome breccia marble.

Period: 19th century

Dimensions: height 14 cm, marble diameter 14.3 cm

Provenance: France.

An authentic piece of remarkable craftsmanship and great aesthetic appeal, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage desk accessories.