Sevres blue, porcelain inkwell features a scrolling acanthus and feather-like design. Hand-painted bouquet of roses and wildflowers adorns the center of the inkwell. Stands upon gilded scroll feet. Inkwell has a removable porcelain cup with gilded edges and decorative lid. Second removable porcelain cup has a pierced lid and was used to hold powder to blot up excess ink. This piece also has two small holes in which one would place a pen. Unmarked and unsigned. Overall measures apprx 7" x 9" x 8".
200/400 Sold $103.50
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