Austrian Gilt Bronze Owl Inkwell Pen Tray Signed Bergmann Geschützt

19th century

Sold by Bushells Antiques

Description

This is an antique Austrian desk accessory crafted from cast bronze with a gilded finish. The object consists of two main components: a figural owl and a large feather base. The owl figure serves as an inkwell; its head is hinged to open and close, revealing a cavity designed to hold a glass ink chamber. The expansive feather component functions as a pen tray or rest. The piece bears impressed marks on the underside consistent with the Franz Bergmann foundry, including the signature "Bergmann" and the German mark "GESCHÜTZT", which translates to 'protected' or 'registered'. This type of item dates approximately to the late 19th or early 20th century. Detailed work throughout the feather textures and the anatomical features of the owl.

Approximate Dimensions & Weight:

L: 34 x W: 7 x H: 13.5 cm

1kg

Declaration

Bushells Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1195319

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Description

This is an antique Austrian desk accessory crafted from cast bronze with a gilded finish. The object consists of two main components: a figural owl and a large feather base.

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The owl figure serves as an inkwell; its head is hinged to open and close, revealing a cavity designed to hold a glass ink chamber.

Bushells Antiques

The expansive feather component functions as a pen tray or rest. The piece bears impressed marks on the underside consistent with the Franz Bergmann foundry, including the signature "Bergmann" and the German mark "GESCHÜTZT", which translates to 'protected' or 'registered'. This type of item dates approximately to the late 19th or early 20th century. Detailed work throughout the feather textures and the anatomical features of the owl.

Approximate Dimensions & Weight:

L: 34 x W: 7 x H: 13.5 cm

1kg

Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1195319

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Bushells Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2020

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