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Small Bronze Inkwell and Cloisonne Enamel.
This Goldsmith Technique is based on the principle of metal slats with turned up edges welded to the bottom of the Object. Powder of various colors is poured into the cavities thus formed, which will not risk mixing during heating.
Thus, this Inkwell is, on all of its visible parts, covered with Foliage and other patterns, predominantly Blue. However, some of them sport Yellow, Red or White colors.
This Accessory consists of a rounded compartment, provided with a lid with a small bronze button and twisted decorations. Its initial and obvious function was to store the Ink needed for writing.
This element sits in the center of an Elongated Cutout Cup. This support is itself provided with four small bronze legs.
We recognize in this Inkwell the liveliness of its colors and their very good state of conservation. If it is hard to imagine a return to its original use for it today, it will constitute an Authentic and Discreet Decorative Object, or a prime location for your most precious Ring.
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Period: 19th century
Very good state.
Delivery possible by Colissimo with appropriate protection.
Reference 414 S
Ref: JPVJQUKF00