Grand Tour Large Bronze Inkwell Cast as the Temple of Vesta

Description:

Grand Tour Large Bronze Inkwell Cast as the Temple of Vesta, Italy, 19th century, with roof cap, medium brown patina, and on circular stepped marmo giallo Siena marble base, bronze ht. 4 5/8, total ht. 5 1/4 in.
Estimate $2,000-3,000

Lacking glass liner. Cover may be replaced (verdigris only to cover). Unobtrusvie surface imperfections to patina.


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