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Antique Art Deco Green Onyx Gold Champlevé Enamel Office Inkwell Ink Pen Stand

$809.06
£593.28
€680VAT Included
CA$1,121.30
A$1,126.49
CHF 649.77
MX$13,708.84
NOK 7,547.99
SEK 7,656.62
DKK 5,185.06

About the Item

Antique Art Deco Green Onyx Gold Champlevé Enamel Office Inkwell Ink Pen Stand Continental Onyx, metal, champlevé enamel c. 1920 Dimensions: H x W x D: 10.5cm x 16.5cm x 12.5cm This highly elegant inkwell stand was crafted circa 1920, during the peak of the popular Art Deco movement, with French makers leading the style at the time. Emerging in the 1920s and 1930s, Art Deco is characterised by bold geometric shapes, symmetry, and lavish ornamentation. It often features sleek lines, metallic finishes, and vibrant colours, reflecting a fascination with modernity, luxury, and technological progress. The style influenced architecture, fashion, furniture, and decorative arts, leaving a lasting mark on early 20th century design, and its aesthetics continue to inspire revivals in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. The inkwell is crafted almost entirely from vibrant, veined green onyx, featuring natural cream and orange veining that adds visual interest to the piece. The rectangular base has three carved ridges designed to hold pens, protected underneath by a metal sheet. Adjacent to these is a small decorative container for holding ink, into which quills or pens could be dipped. The body of the inkwell is lavishly adorned with polychrome champlevé enamel designs set within gilt metal, while the hinged lid is round for comfort and carved from onyx, complementing the overall design. Crafted during the height of the Art Deco movement, this sophisticated and finely made inkwell stand is a superb addition to any office or collection.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.14 in (10.5 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.5 cm)Depth: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Beautiful and authentic, cleaned condition with slight signs of wear typical for its age.
  • Seller Location:
    Greven, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5419247982472

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