Inkwell for Writing Desk with Winged Putto in Burnished Antimony, 20th Century

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A charming accessory with a classic and romantic feel, ideal for adding a touch of vintage elegance to a desk … Read more A charming accessory with a classic and romantic feel, ideal for adding a touch of vintage elegance to a desk or bookshelf. This exquisite figurative inkwell is a delightful decorative element of 20th-century furniture sculpture, perfect for those who love the atmosphere of ancient literary studios.

Subject and Style: The base features a rich, vibrant neo-Baroque decoration, characterized by scrolls, embossed floral motifs, and elegant feet. At the center of the composition stands a graceful, full-relief sculpture of a winged cherub (or angel), captured in a graceful pose with a finger raised to his lips. On the sides are two ink compartments, topped by finely crafted, hinged domed lids.

Material and Finish: The entire structure is cast in antimony, enhanced by a deep, dark patina finish that gives the work a stark and fascinating faux-bronze appearance, highlighting the chiaroscuro effects of the modeling.

Technical Details and Condition:

· Type: Figurative inkwell / Desk accessory.

· Subject: Winged putto / Neo-Baroque style.

· Materials: Patinated antimony.

· Period: Vintage, 20th century.

· Dimensions: Width 25 cm. Depth 14 cm. Height 19.5 cm.

· Condition: The metal sculpture is in good aesthetic and structural condition, appearing solid and well-preserved. Please note, as clearly visible in the photograph, that the object is missing the internal ink trays originally intended to hold the ink. Therefore, the item is being sold explicitly for display purposes only, making it a splendid and sought-after collector's item.

Please note that any white areas in the photo shoot are due to reflections from artificial lighting from special spotlights, used to better illuminate the item, which may cause slight color variations in the photograph.

The item is original and is carefully photographed, capturing every detail, highlighting its quality, strengths, and any flaws.

It is sold "as is," ensuring the and photographs are accurate. See less