Inkipedia
Cherub Riding a Dolphin
| Categories | Figural - Mythology; Literature; Religion; Fictional |
| Type | Religion |
| Material | Brass, Bronze |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | France |
| Date or Era | circa 1890 |
| Measuring | 8” x 5” x 4 ¾” high |
French Louis XV style doré bronze inkstand surmounted by a patinated cherub (putti) holding a trident atop a dolphin. The dolphin’s mouth opens to access the ink. On the underside of the inkstand, there is a twist off lid to access a glass holder for the ink. The shell-shaped base of the inkstand is adorned with stylized foliage.
Estimated value: $500
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