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A 19th Century French Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Desk Inkstand
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A 19th Century French Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Desk Inkstand

19th century
Sold 4 March 2025 · Mark Buckley Antiques
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A rare fine French Louis XV style ormolu mounted tortoise-shell finish encrier (desk stand - inkstand) surmounted with a bronze sculpture of a winged putto reading from a scroll, flanked by inkwells, pen stands, and recessed tray, fine tortoise-shell veneered case, two bronze candle cups, central mask.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Declaration

Mark Buckley Antiques has dated this Ormolu Mounted Inkstand to the 19th Century.

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SA1029575
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10494
Description
A rare fine French Louis XV style ormolu mounted tortoise-shell finish encrier (desk stand - inkstand) surmounted with a bronze sculpture of a winged putto reading from a scroll, flanked by inkwells, pen stands, and recessed tray, fine tortoise-shell veneered case, two bronze candle cups, central mask.

FREE DELIVERY - to mainland UK

We offer a 'Try before you buy' service so you know you will be 100% satisfied with your purchase.

Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Date of Manufacture

Mark Buckley Antiques has dated this Ormolu Mounted Inkstand to the 19th Century.

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SA1029575
Dealers Internal Ref
10494
Mark Buckley Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2018
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An ornate 19th-century French desk inkstand featuring gilded bronze ormolu mounts, a central cherub figure, and red and blue enamel detailing. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An ornate 19th-century French desk inkstand featuring gilded bronze ormolu mounts, a central cherub figure, and red and blue enamel detailing. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A 19th Century French Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Desk Inkstand

Archive II An ornate 19th-century French desk inkstand featuring gilded bronze ormolu mounts, a central cherub figure, and red and blue enamel detailing. View II
Archive III An ornate 19th-century French desk inkstand featuring gilded bronze ormolu mounts, a central cherub figure, and red and blue enamel detailing. View III
Archive IV An ornate 19th-century French desk inkstand featuring gilded bronze ormolu mounts, a central cherub figure, and red and blue enamel detailing. View IV
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Mark Buckley Antiques
Telephone 07711 719 112
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Skipton
North Yorkshire
United Kingdom

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An ornate 19th-century French desk inkstand featuring gilded bronze ormolu mounts, a central cherub figure, and red and blue enamel detailing.
A 19th Century French Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Desk Inkstand
Ref: SA1029575
An ornate 19th-century French desk inkstand featuring gilded bronze ormolu mounts, a central cherub figure, and red and blue enamel detailing.
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleLouis XV Revival
  • MaterialBronze, Ormolu, Enamel, Wood
  • ColourGold, Red, Blue
  • MotifsCherub figure, Scroll feet, Mask cartouche, Geometric enamel patterns
  • SizeH 23 cm (9 in) x W 27 cm (11 in)

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The Louis XV style, emerging during the Rococo period of the 18th century, is characterised by asymmetrical designs, ornate curves, naturalistic motifs such as foliage and shells, and a sense of playful elegance. 19th-century revivals frequently replicated these elaborate aesthetics.

Ormolu refers to the technique of applying finely ground, high-carat gold-mercury amalgam to a cast bronze object, which was then fired to drive off the mercury and leave a durable, rich golden finish.

Authentic period pieces typically feature heavy cast bronze bases with hand-chiselled detailing to refine the cast, combined with natural wear patterns and consistent patination appropriate to the age of the item.

Such pieces function effectively as focal points on a modern executive desk, library table, or mantelpiece, adding a layer of historical texture and metallic contrast to minimalist or transitional interiors.

Gilt bronze should be cleaned exclusively with a soft, dry microfibre cloth to remove dust. Harsh chemical cleaners, abrasives, or polishes must be avoided to prevent stripping the delicate gold surface layer.
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