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English Boulle and Brass Tortoushell Inkwell, Circa 1900

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English Boulle and Brass Tortoushell Inkwell, Circa 1900

Item Details

Description

Details
Dimensions
Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
Style
Louis XIV (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques
Brass,Tortoise Shell,Boulle
Place of Origin
France
Period
20th Century
Date of Manufacture
1900
Condition
GoodWear consistent with age and use. excellent condition.

20th century English boulle and brass inlaid Tortoushell and rosewood Inkwell and Pen stand. The tortoiseshell was attached to the hardwood rosewood frame and hand-painted with red lacquer. This piece is attributed to the golden age of french design by incorporating the process of boulle marquetry, first developed by the French cabinetmaker, André-Charles Boulle during the reign of King Louis XIV. This distinguished antique inkwell is a timeless feature of any study or desk standing 9inches x 7 inches x 5 inches at the height of the inkwell.

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