19th-century porcelain inkwell, shaped like a seashell
19th-century porcelain inkwell, shaped like a seashell
1.250,00 €
An elegant polychrome porcelain inkwell depicting a nautilus-like shell, characteristic of the naturalistic style that emerged in the 19th century.
The shell is delicately ribbed.
The inkwell rests on a rectangular porcelain base with gold decoration, mounted on four legs shaped like lion's paws.
The ink reservoir is discreetly located in the top opening of the shell.
Inspired by cabinets of curiosities and the fascination with marine forms during the Second Empire, this object perfectly illustrates the craftsmanship of European manufacturers in the second half of the 19th century.
