Lot 619
A French black marble and gilt-metal ink stand
Late 19th Century
| Estimate: | £100 - £150 |
| Hammer price: | £130 |
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.
The rectangular canted base fitted with two cut glass bottles, the covers formed as coiled serpents, centred by a cast model of a Greek philosopher
37cm wide; 25cm. high
Condition report:
- Two large chips to the back right corner and numerous smaller chips throughout the black marble base
- The bronze staff next to the figure has broken off and is missing
- The glass bottles have a few small chips
- The metal plaque to the front is later added