Description:
Gilt-bronze Inkwell, France, late 19th century, signed "Millet" and attributed to Maison Millet, elaborately decorated with foliage, impressed mark, ht. 5 1/4 in.
Estimate $300-500
In very good condition throughout and with excellent gilding. The insert glass inkpot is likely a replacement and has rim chips.
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Keywords
FranceStuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.