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Inkwell in red marble with "Allegory of writing" in gilt bronze, signed H.CHAPU

$5,989.04
£4,479.89
€5,000
CA$8,252.60
A$9,071.62
CHF 4,762.56
MX$107,868.12
NOK 61,162.08
SEK 55,712.05
DKK 38,105.19

About the Item

Inkwell in red Griotte marble and gilt bronze representing an allegory of writing by Henri Chapu (1833-1891). This old 19th century inkstand is composed of a penholder hollowed out of the marble and two cups with their gilt bronze covers. The marble is enhanced by a decoration of gilded bronzes with laurel garlands, torus and buttons. The interior of the cups is made of translucent glass. In the center of the inkwell, a bas-relief in bronze with a black patina, finely sculpted, depicting a young nude woman, seated, holding a quill in her right hand and a manuscript in her left hand. This figure illustrating the allegory of writing is signed at the bottom right "Henri CHAPU".
  • Creator:
    Henri Chapu (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Width: 16.54 in (42 cm)Depth: 7.88 in (20 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Griotte Marble,Gilt,Hand-Carved,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition. One glass cup has been glued back on.
  • Seller Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 33211stDibs: LU2065332312652

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