Inkipedia
Champlevé Enameled Bronze Inkstand
| Categories | Enameled Metal |
| Type | Champlevé |
| Material | Enameled Brass/Bronze/Metal |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | France |
| Date or Era | circa 1900 |
| Measuring | 7 ½” x 5” x 3 ½” high |
Champlevé is a process that consists of cutting cells or channels in a metal base. The raised metal lines from the design are then filled with colorful pulverized vitreous enamel. The urn shaped inkwell sits on a triangular base. The hinged lid has a pineapple finial.
Sold for $150 in January 2024
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