Bronze Inkstand with Musician Playing

This bronze inkstand features elaborate scrollwork and floral motifs. There are two inkwells with hinged lids on either side of the central figure. This central figure is a detailed sculpture of a person dressed in historical attire, possibly from the 18th or 19th century. The figure is holding a long object that resembles a pipe or a musical instrument, such as a flute or recorder. The person’s posture suggests they are either playing the instrument or examining it closely.