建筑装饰品 - 约1900年 - 设置红烧
编号 86614441
墨水池 - Empire - depicting Cupid - 黄铜色
编号 86614441
墨水池 - Empire - depicting Cupid - 黄铜色
An exceptionally finely cast, chiseled and parcel-gilt standish (inkwell), Empire style, measuring circa 10.5cm in length and weighing 728g, decorated with the lid with the cast figure of a recumbent Cupid, holding his bow in his left hand and admiring the gilt heart that he has captured. The side of the inkwell decorated with applied gilt ornament depicting garlands suspended by birds. The gilt bronze interior reveals a porcelain ink reservoir, a powder sprinkler and two plume holders.
Condition: Very good, crack to the porcelain ink tub, no other significant damages or repairs. Minor wear commensurate with age.
This lot will be carefully packaged and sent by registered and insured mail.