Inkwell, Early 19th Century, Marble And Bronze, Naples

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Object description :

"Inkwell, Early 19th Century, Marble And Bronze, Naples"

INKWELL, Italy, Early 19th Century
in carved green marble
The lid decorated with 7 stone cameos representing profiles of illustrious men
On the reverse is a representation of the Bay of Naples in gouache.
Complete with its 3 removable glass cups.
D. 15 cm - H. 9 cm

Object that could fall into the category of "souvenir" objects that the initiates of the Grand Tour had to bring back in their luggage, as a token of the completion of their classical education.

Price: 2 500 €

Period: 19th century
Style: Consulat, Empire
Condition: Good condition

Material: Marble
Diameter: 15 cm
Height: 9 cm

Reference: 1449563