Antique French Boulle Desk Inkwell Standish Set, 1880

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Fine French desk inkwell decorated with ornate brass Boulle-style marquetry over a rich red tortoiseshell-effect ground Complete with a pair … Read more Fine French desk inkwell decorated with ornate brass Boulle-style marquetry over a rich red tortoiseshell-effect ground Complete with a pair of cut-glass inkwells featuring decorative brass covers The raised central section incorporates a pen tray and an ornate carrying handle Includes a removable blotter with matching red tortoiseshell-effect panel Raised on decorative gilt-brass paw feet A highly decorative and practical addition to a traditional writing desk or study Apprentice pieces were miniature items of furniture traditionally made by young cabinetmakers to demonstrate their craftsmanship and mastery of construction techniques Today they are highly collectable for their intricate detail, historical interest and charming small-scale proportions Dimensions are in inches (CM) Width x Depth x Height 10.2 (26) x 7.9 (20) x 5.9 (15) See less