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Gothic Style Bronze Inkstand
| Categories | Bronze - Brass - Copper |
| Material | Bronze |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | France |
| Date or Era | circa 1825 |
| Measuring | 7 ⅛” x 4” x 4 ½” high |
This bronze inkstand is an example of the gothic style following the “style à la cathédrale” inspired by religious architecture in the period of Charles X of France (1824-1830). It features intricate arcatures (arched designs), rosettes, and cut and openwork festoons (elaborate garland-like patterns). Three lids cover two inkwells on either side and a sander in the middle, with a removable pen channel in the front.
Sold for $292 in September 2024
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