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A beautifully crafted antique champlevé desk rocker blotter, combining rich enamelwork with polished green onyx in a refined and functional …
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A beautifully crafted antique champlevé desk rocker blotter, combining rich enamelwork with polished green onyx in a refined and functional decorative object. This elegant desktop accessory was traditionally used for blotting ink and rocking correspondence, making it a quintessential piece of late 19th to early 20th-century desk décor.
The champlevé enamel features intricate metalwork detailing with vibrant coloration, creating a striking contrast against the luminous green onyx base. The rocker form is both sculptural and practical, giving the piece a strong visual presence while maintaining its original function as a writing desk accessory.
This piece embodies the craftsmanship and artistry of antique European desk objects—ideal for collectors of antique writing implements, French decorative arts, or those seeking a distinctive accent for a traditional or eclectic interior.
Type: Desk rocker blotter / letter rocker
Materials: Champlevé enamel, metal, green onyx
Period: Antique (late 19th–early 20th century)
Function: Ink blotter / desk rocker
Style: Decorative Arts / Belle Époque influence
Length: 4.75 in
Width: 2.75 in
Height: 2 in
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- Dimensions
- 4.75ʺW × 2.5ʺD × 2ʺH
- Styles
- French
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Cloisonné
- Enamel
- Onyx
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Pistachio
- Condition Notes
- Good antique condition. Light surface wear consistent with age and use. Enamel and onyx remain well-preserved with no major damage … moreGood antique condition. Light surface wear consistent with age and use. Enamel and onyx remain well-preserved with no major damage observed. Two corners of onyx chipped (see photos) less
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