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Bronze Inkstand with Eagle
| Categories | Figural - Animals & Living Creatures |
| Type | Eagle |
| Material | Bronze |
| Markings | See narrative |
| Manufacturer | Marionnet |
| Origin | France |
| Date or Era | Circa 1890 |
| Measuring | 11 ¼” x 9” x 7 ½” high |
French Empire style (19th Century) bronze dore inkstand with an eagle perched on a rock, spreading its wings. The lid for the inkwell has an acorn finial. The piece is signed A. Marionnet.
Albert Marionnet (1852-1910) produced some of the most valued Art Nouveau bronze. His suite of pieces featuring an eagle are especially sought after.
Sold for $273 in May 2023
Another sold for $352 in October 2024
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