Important inkwell "Allegory of History" G Bareau & F Barbedienne

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Important inkwell "Allegory of History" G Bareau & F Barbedienne

Name: Important inkwell 'Allegory of History' G Bareau & F Barbedienne
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: 01Z1TOFQ9G
Price: 2200 EUR
Availability: InStock

By Gallery François frères
Member of the Authenticity-Quality label

2.200 €

Period 19th century

Style Second Empire style, Napoleon III style

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From: 71100, Chalon-sur-Saône, France

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Sculptor: Georges Bareau and founder: F. Barbedienne, Collas mark.
Important red marble inkwell surmounted by a gilt bronze sculpture.
The bronze depicts an allegory of history: a draped woman holding a scroll.
A solid base of mottled red marble, reminiscent of porphyry, with deep moldings.
On either side of the sculpture are two containers with lids.
At the front is a third compartment with a lid for holding ink.
A recessed pen holder.
It rests on seven turned bronze feet.
Very good condition.
Late 19th century.

Ref: 01Z1TOFQ9G

Additional Information

Condition	As new
Style	Second Empire style, Napoleon III style (Writing (Accessories) of Second Empire style, Napoleon III style Style)
Period	19th century (Writing (Accessories) 19th century)
Country of origin	France
Artist	Georges Bareau, Ferdinand Barbedienne
Length (cm)	40
Height (cm)	37
Depth (cm)	29