Antique 1800s Ornate Luxury Double Inkwell, Made to Project Wealth and Power!
A Full Description is provided by the AI Scan of the item. Metal (besides tin) and glass are new fields for me. Over 3 lbs. of artistic mastery. Please note hinge: One side opens all the way, which it shouldn't, and should stand vertically like the other. There are incredibly minor spots of corrosion (see pictures), which I understand can be easily removed. However, I refrain from touching these pieces after photographing, and they are immediately returned to their protective care. 9 1/2 x 6 ~Antique Inkwell:- Description: This is an antique ornate double inkwell.- Origin: Likely French- Time Period: Late 19th Century- Price: I estimate this antique double inkwell to be valued between $200-$400 USD depending on its condition and historical significance.- History: This appears to be an antique double inkwell, likely dating from the late 19th or early 20th century. These types of inkwells were bestselling desk accessories during a time when fountain pens and dip pens were the primary writi