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C19th French Onyx Marble and Ormolu Bronze Ink-stand.
For sale by M Lees and Sons
for sale €819     $889
£700
M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons

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    M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218
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C19th French Onyx Marble and Ormolu Bronze Ink-stand.

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

C19th French onyx marble and ormolu bronze ink-stand.

Fine quality oval onyx marble ink-stand with ormolu bronze mounts. Central 8" ormolu bronze figure of 'Diane de Gabies' ,after the marble antique discovery now exhibited in the Louvre ,Paris . Fitted with twin cast ormolu ink-wells with hinged tops and 'flambeau' finials .The cream oval onyx stone base with ovoid pen recess, and raised on compressed ormolu bronze bun feet.

Excellent condition with good bright ormolu .

High-quality decorative statement ink-stand for a desk.

H 10"

H(figure) 8"

D 9"

W 18"

France c.1870

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this French Ormolu Onyx Inkstand to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Check ID 03827818
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 135-170 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Cast gilt-bronze mounts: crisp chasing and detailed relief work from late nineteenth-century Paris.
Gilded finish: natural wear and soft oxidisation in recesses across the figure and covers.
Carved onyx base: hand-smoothed pen depression and bevelled edge.
Inkwell hinges: hand-pinned three-knuckle barrel hinges fitted with original brass drop-in wells.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA403974
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 165
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
C19th French onyx marble and ormolu bronze ink-stand.

Fine quality oval onyx marble ink-stand with ormolu bronze mounts.

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Central 8" ormolu bronze figure of 'Diane de Gabies' ,after the marble antique discovery now exhibited in the Louvre ,Paris.
M Lees and Sons

. Fitted with twin cast ormolu ink-wells with hinged tops and 'flambeau' finials .The cream oval onyx stone base with ovoid pen recess, and raised on compressed ormolu bronze bun feet.

Excellent condition with good bright ormolu .

High-quality decorative statement ink-stand for a desk.

H 10"

H(figure) 8"

D 9"

W 18"

France c.1870

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this French Ormolu Onyx Inkstand to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 03827818
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 135-170 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Cast gilt-bronze mounts: crisp chasing and detailed relief work from late nineteenth-century Paris.
Gilded finish: natural wear and soft oxidisation in recesses across the figure and covers.
Carved onyx base: hand-smoothed pen depression and bevelled edge.
Inkwell hinges: hand-pinned three-knuckle barrel hinges fitted with original brass drop-in wells.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA403974
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 165
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A nineteenth-century oval cream onyx marble inkstand featuring two gilt bronze inkwells and a central classical female figurine.
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Archive I A nineteenth-century oval cream onyx marble inkstand featuring two gilt bronze inkwells and a central classical female figurine.

C19th French Onyx Marble and Ormolu Bronze Ink-stand.

Archive II A nineteenth-century oval cream onyx marble inkstand featuring two gilt bronze inkwells and a central classical female figurine. View II
Archive III A nineteenth-century oval cream onyx marble inkstand featuring two gilt bronze inkwells and a central classical female figurine. View III
Archive IV A nineteenth-century oval cream onyx marble inkstand featuring two gilt bronze inkwells and a central classical female figurine. View IV
Archive V A nineteenth-century oval cream onyx marble inkstand featuring two gilt bronze inkwells and a central classical female figurine. View V
Archive VI A nineteenth-century oval cream onyx marble inkstand featuring two gilt bronze inkwells and a central classical female figurine. View VI
Archive VII A nineteenth-century oval cream onyx marble inkstand featuring two gilt bronze inkwells and a central classical female figurine. View VII
Archive VIII A nineteenth-century oval cream onyx marble inkstand featuring two gilt bronze inkwells and a central classical female figurine. View VIII
Archive IX A nineteenth-century oval cream onyx marble inkstand featuring two gilt bronze inkwells and a central classical female figurine. View IX
Archive X A nineteenth-century oval cream onyx marble inkstand featuring two gilt bronze inkwells and a central classical female figurine. View X
Archive XI A nineteenth-century oval cream onyx marble inkstand featuring two gilt bronze inkwells and a central classical female figurine. View XI
Archive XII A nineteenth-century oval cream onyx marble inkstand featuring two gilt bronze inkwells and a central classical female figurine. View XII
Archive XIII A nineteenth-century oval cream onyx marble inkstand featuring two gilt bronze inkwells and a central classical female figurine. View XIII
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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
Items For Sale 368
Items Sold 1,600
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
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A nineteenth-century oval cream onyx marble inkstand featuring two gilt bronze inkwells and a central classical female figurine.
C19th French onyx marble and ormolu bronze ink-stand.
Ref: SA403974
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialOnyx Marble, Gilt Bronze, Ormolu
  • ColourCream, Gold
  • MotifsClassical draped figure, fluted lids, reeded borders, recessed pen tray
  • SizeH 25 cm (10 in) x W 46 cm (18 in) x D 23 cm (9 in)

This nineteenth-century French inkstand in the Neoclassical style pairs cream onyx marble with ormolu bronze mounts and bright gold ormolu elements. The oval stone base holds a central classical female figurine representing Diane de Gabies, flanked by twin inkwells fitted with fluted lids, hinged tops, and flambeau finials. The base includes an ovoid recessed pen tray and rests on compressed ormolu bronze bun feet, showing reeded borders and finely cast metalwork throughout. The piece measures 25 cm high, 46 cm wide, and 23 cm deep overall. Placed upon an office desk or within a gentleman's library, this decorative accessory serves as a functional writing implement holder and a sculptural centrepiece.

FAQs

During the nineteenth century, French desk accessories served as functional writing tools and status symbols, reflecting classical influences and elaborate metalworking techniques such as ormolu casting.

High-status examples frequently featured carved marble or onyx bases paired with chased gilt bronze, known as ormolu, alongside glass or metal liners for ink containment.

Authentic period items exhibit detailed hand-chasing on the bronze mounts, natural variations and weight in the carved stone, and threaded assembly rod construction visible underneath the base.

An antique inkstand functions well as a decorative focal point on an executive office desk, console table, or library shelving, providing a tactile contrast to modern furnishings.

Clean onyx marble using a soft cloth dampened with warm water and neutral soap, while gilding should be dusted dry with a soft brush to prevent stripping the delicate gold layer.
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