A Patinated Bronze Inkwell In The Shape Of A Dragon, 19 Century.

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Object description :

"A Patinated Bronze Inkwell In The Shape Of A Dragon, 19 Century."

A patinated bronze inkwell in the shape of a canoe representing a dragon. The boat resting on four legs is chiselled with scales and geometric patterns. Balls run along the edges of the inkwell; at the ends two receptacles for ink with their hinged lid having a flower for grip. Ideograms are engraved on the inner shell. The dragon boat is a type of canoe used to carry out races which are of legendary origin and practiced every year in China.
Period: 19th century.

Price: 1 900 €

Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Good condition

Material: Bronze
Width: 38
Height: 4,5
Depth: 5,5

Reference: 1201006