Inkwell in Red Marble with Allegory in Gilt Bronze by Henri Chapu For Sale

Inkwell in red Griotte marble and gilt bronze representing an allegory of writing by Henri Chapu (1833-1891). This old...

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Inkwell in Red Marble with Allegory in Gilt Bronze by Henri Chapu

$5,467

Montesson, FR

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Dimensions: 16.54ʺW × 7.87ʺD × 10.24ʺH

Period: Late 19th Century

Country of Origin: France

Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned

Materials: Bronze; Marble

Condition: Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections

Color: Black

Tear Sheet

Condition Notes: Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. One glass cup … moreVery Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. One glass cup has been glued back on less

Description: Inkwell in red Griotte marble and gilt bronze representing an allegory of writing by Henri Chapu (1833-1891). This old 19th … more 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". This piece has an attribution mark,
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