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Large Exceptional Swiss Black Forest double inkwell desk decoration 19th Century

About the Item

Gorgeous most rare Swiss Black Forest 19th century double Inkwell / desk accessory fully hand carved displaying a bird eating nuts & floral leaves / walnuts. Carved by a master carver with most impression attention to detail. Please take your time to study the close ups carefully to really get a feeling of the quality of this piece. This large inkwell comes with its original 2 glass ink inserts. Hidden inside the 2 large walnuts on the sides. The piece remains in superb condition with no mission pieces or any sings of damages. Really nice decorative piece for your desk or bookshelf and great addition to any Black Forest collectors collection. This Black Forest inkwell comes with free shipping from Amsterdam to you in 7 days.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.09 in (18 cm)Width: 13 in (33 cm)Depth: 7.49 in (19 cm)
  • Style:
    Black Forest (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Ijzendijke, NL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2997339243092

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