Inkwell, Imari, multicolor porcelain, United Kingdom, 19th c.
495 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 16714
This British porcelain inkwell, created in the 1870s or 1880s, exemplifies Victorian craftsmanship inspired by Far Eastern artistry. Made from fine porcelain, it is hand-painted in the distinct Imari style: the warm, gently creamy white base is adorned with deep cobalt blue, vivid red-orange accents, and refined touches of gilding. Branch and floral motifs, flowing across the body and the scalloped rim of the integrated tray, introduce the rhythmic decorative quality so characteristic of the era. At its center sits a metal inkwell, crowned by a round, concentrically ribbed lid with a naturally aged patina, likely crafted from brass or bronze. The overall build exhibits solidity and painstaking attention to detail, characteristic of late 19th-century British porcelain workshops. No cracks or damage are present; the condition is described as excellent, with a lustrous porcelain surface and a patinated lid that underscores the authenticity of the piece. This inkwell carries the narrative of Victorian fascination with exotic lands: a small object that, in the age of colonial expansion, evoked curiosity about the world beyond Europe. Its ornamentation, vivid contrasts, and gilded oriental details unfold a story of 19th-century interiors
DIMENSION
Height9 cm
Depth12 cm
Width12 cm
Dimension details
Width12 cm
Height9 cm
Depth12 cm
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