Furniture, Works of Art and Clocks - 9th January 2019
Lot 423
An early 19th century French classical gilt and patinated bronze Grand Tour inkstand
Estimate £500 - £700 | Hammer £450
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Description
An early 19th century French classical gilt and patinated bronze Grand Tour inkstand, of sarcophagus form, the lid modelled with a kneeling Cupid and with four quill holders, the body decorated with Venus being drawn by two dolphins in a shell, accompanied by a triton, the interior with two porcelain inkwells (one broken), a sander and a lift-out tray, 15cm high, 12.5cm wide.
Provenance: The Collection of Sir Jeremy Lever.