Inkipedia
Art Nouveau Nude
| Categories | Art Nouveau |
| Material | Silverplate |
| Markings | See Narrative |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Undetermined |
| Date or Era | circa 1900 |
| Measuring | 12” x 9” x 6” high |
An Art Nouveau metal inkstand with an organic, flowing design incorporating sinuous curves. In the center is a semi-nude woman sitting at water’s edge. A dragonfly hovers above the fish and flora in a pool of water which serves as a holding area for pens, etc. There is an inscription etched into this area: “18 18/142 T.K. 12 12/102”. No conjecture as to the inscription’s meaning. On each side are inkwells shaped as lotus blossoms. The tops are hinged to access the glass inkwell.
Sold for $89 in May 2024
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