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Antique French Figural Bronze Inkwell by Ernest Louis Adnin - Eiephant C.1910
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Antique French Figural Bronze Inkwell by Ernest Louis Adnin - Eiephant C.1910

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Puckerings
Description

A charming antique bronze inkwell dating to around 1910 signed by the artist, Ernest Louis ADNIN.

Beautifully executed the hinged lid opens to reveal a glass lined ink chamber.

Excellent condition measuring 4" x 3" (ear to ear) x 4 1/2" tall.

Item ID:39274

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Physical Dimensions
Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Puckerings has dated this Antique Bronze Elephant Inkwell to the 1910s.

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SA468520
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39274
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Description
A charming antique bronze inkwell dating to around 1910 signed by the artist, Ernest Louis ADNIN.

Beautifully executed the hinged lid opens to reveal a glass lined ink chamber.

Excellent condition measuring 4" x 3" (ear to ear) x 4 1/2" tall.

Item ID:39274

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England

Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Antique Bronze Elephant Inkwell to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA468520
Dealers Internal Ref
39274
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Archive I A cast bronze figural inkwell sculpted in the form of an elephant head with a raised trunk and open mouth.

Antique French Figural Bronze Inkwell by Ernest Louis Adnin - Eiephant C.1910

Archive II A cast bronze figural inkwell sculpted in the form of an elephant head with a raised trunk and open mouth. View II
Archive III A cast bronze figural inkwell sculpted in the form of an elephant head with a raised trunk and open mouth. View III
Archive IV A cast bronze figural inkwell sculpted in the form of an elephant head with a raised trunk and open mouth. View IV
Archive V A cast bronze figural inkwell sculpted in the form of an elephant head with a raised trunk and open mouth. View V
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A cast bronze figural inkwell sculpted in the form of an elephant head with a raised trunk and open mouth.
Antique French Figural Bronze Inkwell by Ernest Louis ADNIN - Eiephant c.1910
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A cast bronze figural inkwell sculpted in the form of an elephant head with a raised trunk and open mouth.
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Originating in the nineteenth century, animalier bronze sculptures gained immense popularity in France, depicting naturalistic fauna with detailed accuracy. During the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, artisans integrated these animal forms into functional desk objects like inkwells, reflecting a period appreciation for natural history and decorative craftsmanship.

These pieces were typically cast using the lost-wax or sand casting methods from solid bronze alloy. Once cast, artisans applied chemical patination techniques using heat and acids to achieve rich brown, green, or gilded surface tones before fitting internal glass or ceramic ink liners.

Authentic French bronze items from the early 1900s often feature fine crisp detail from hand-chasing, foundry stamps, or cast signatures of the artist near the base. Additionally, genuine age produces a soft, uneven wear on the patination in high-touch areas, unlike the uniform artificial chemical coatings on modern reproductions.

A figural bronze inkwell functions exceptionally well as a tactile accent piece placed atop a stack of design books, on a dark wood writing bureau, or inside a curated bookshelf display. Combining rich metalwork with modern linear furniture creates an engaging textural contrast.

Keep bronze items dusted using a clean, soft-bristled brush or dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh liquid cleaners or abrasives that strip the original patina. Applying a thin coat of clear microcrystalline wax annually protects the metal surface against atmospheric moisture and finger oils.
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