Furniture & Works of Art - 13th January 2009

Lot 238

An early 19th century bronze

Estimate £200 - £300 | Hammer £400

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Description

An early 19th century bronze, gilt metal and marble ink stand, retailed by Thomas Weeks's museum, the tree trunk inscribed 'WEEKS'S RL MUSEUM TICHBORNE ST.', 5.5in (14cm) h, 5.75in (14.6cm) w, gilding rubbed, a slate and hardstone inlaid obelisk, 10in (25.2cm) h, a gilt metal flaming urn finial on a marble base, two marble paper weights and a gilt brass finial. (6)