Ornate Cast Bronze Double Inkwell

Cast bronze double inkstand with a central pen tray, dating to the late 19th or early 20th century. The tray and both inkwells are cast in relief with dense scrolling foliage, the wells are octagonal with heavy hinged lids topped by turned finials, and the tray ends in a pair of small figural handles. The surface carries a deep verdigris patina throughout. Both glass liners are absent and would be straightforward to replace. Continental in manner, likely French, offered without maker's mark.

[d]Type | Double inkstand with pen tray

[d]Material | Cast bronze

[d]Origin | Continental, likely France

[d]Age | Circa 1880 to 1910

[d]Size | 21 in W x 9.5 in D

[d]Style | Renaissance Revival

[d]Lids | Hinged, with turned finials

[d]Liners | Glass liners missing

[d]Maker | Unmarked

[condition]

Heavy verdigris patina across the entire surface, consistent with age and left undisturbed. Both hinged lids operate and close properly. The glass ink liners are missing from both wells. Casting is sound with no cracks, losses, or repairs noted. Overall in very good structural condition and ready for use or display.