Gilt-Bronze and Malachite Inkwell and Candlesticks

fourth quarter 19th century, in the rococo style, all three pieces engraved with scrollwork, the inkwell resting on scrolled feet, the cove-molded base supporting the pagoda-form inkpot, a tiny putto sitting in the front and a pierced scrollwork pen holder in the back, with malachite cabochons set in the cover and around the base, the inkpot with a crystal liner, probably original, with a bezel matching the exterior, h. 3-1/2", w. 4", d. 4-1/2", the tapersticks with notched bases set with malachite cabochons and tapered standards set with candle cups, h. 3-3/4", dia. 2-3/4".

Conditions of Sale

25% (20% buyer's premium + 5% Invaluable bidding fee)

Payment

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Shipping

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Taxes

Purchases are subject to local taxes where applicable.

Condition

All sales are "As-is, where-is" and final. New Orleans Auction Galleries does not offer refunds. The absence of a condition report does not indicate that a lot is good condition or free of damage; bidders are strongly encouraged to a request a condition report for any lot in which they are interested.