Porcelain and Bronze Inkstand with Cherub
Categories | Figural - Mythology; Literature; Religion; Fictional |
Type | Cupid / Cherub / Angel |
Material | Bronze, Porcelain |
Markings | Dresden mark |
Manufacturer | Undetermined |
Origin | Germany |
Date or Era | circa 1890 |
Measuring | 13” long |
This inkstand with a Dresden mark combines porcelain and bronze. The porcelain is adorned with intricate hand-painted floral designs in vibrant colors like pink, purple, yellow, and green on a white background. At the center, a bronze cherub with outstretched wings adds a Baroque touch, positioned above the inkwell and porcelain pen tray. To the side, there is a small bronze bust.
Sold for $639 in October 2024
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