Inkwell, Napoleon III style, violet porcelain, France, 19th c.
750 PLN
unique
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This Limoges porcelain inkwell, crafted at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries in the Napoleon III style, exemplifies the finesse of French decorative arts. Its rounded, squat form features harmonious proportions, rendered in a cool lavender violet with a subtle, cloud-like tonal gradient. The upper section and lid are finished in a warm, creamy white, adorned with hand-painted gold botanical motifs and elegant gilded lines that accentuate the contours. The gold accents are lustrous and reflective, creating a vivid contrast against the matte, pastel base. The porcelain is smoothly glazed, and the construction is precise, with a perfectly fitted lid. The piece remains in very good condition, showing no visible chips, cracks, or damage; the gilding displays only a gentle, age-appropriate patina, attesting to its authenticity and period.This inkwell evokes an era when correspondence and letter-writing were daily rituals and everyday objects served as markers of taste and social standing. Its pastel palette and hand-applied gilding speak to a devotion to detail and the desire to surround oneself with beauty in even the most practical moments. The porcelain’s texture and soft lines suggest lightness and finesse, as if the object carries the quiet charm of the Belle Époque salons, where even dipping a pen in ink was imbued with significance.The inkwell may be used as a decorative accent on a desk, console, or in a collector’s display cabinet. It would complement classic period furnishings, porcelain trinkets, and fine stationery accessories, but could also be integrated into more eclectic interiors, serving as a subtle bridge between tradition and modernity. It can be paired with soft textiles, dark woods, or cut glass to highlight its delicate coloration and historical provenance.
DIMENSION
Height10 cm
Width6.5 cm
Dimension details
Width6.5 cm
Height10 cm
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