Souvenir Inkwell from Berlin
Categories | Souvenir |
Material | Bronze finish |
Markings | See narrative |
Manufacturer | Undetermined |
Origin | Germany |
Date or Era | circa 1900 |
Measuring | 5 ¾” x 4” x 2 ½” high |
This souvenir inkwell from Berlin features an oval-shaped picture of the Siegessäule, a famous monument in Berlin that commemorates the Prussian victories in the Danish-Prussian War, the Austro-Prussian War, and the Franco-Prussian War. The Siegessäule is topped with a golden statue of Victoria, the Roman goddess of victory.
The inkwell has a hinged lid with a decorative handle and a pen tray. The overall design suggests it was made in the late 19th or early 20th century, a period when such ornate and detailed souvenirs were popular.
The Siegessäule itself is a significant landmark in Berlin. Designed by Heinrich Strack and completed in 1873, it stands at 67 meters (220 feet) tall and is located in the Tiergarten park, at the center of a roundabout known as the Großer Stern. Visitors can climb a spiral staircase inside the column to reach an observation platform, which offers panoramic views of Berlin. The monument remains a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of the city.
Sold for $27 in December 2024
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