ENGLAND, Bilston or Staffordshire (?), second half of the 18th century
Cylindrical writing case in gilded brass, partially engraved, and pink enamel decorated with a semi of foliage or flowers and punctuated with four poly-lobed cartouches featuring landscapes with ancient ruins, in imitation of porcelain.
Opening with a stopper for the nibs and an inkwell that unscrews at the bottom.
H. 14.8 cm.
As is; wear, a few stains and small knocks, tiny chips on the lid and a small chip under the base.
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Lot no. 129

ENGLAND, Bilston or Staffordshire (?), second half of the 18th century Cylindrical writing case in gilded brass, partially engraved, and pink enamel decorated with a semi of foliage or flowers and punctuated with four poly-lobed cartouches featuring landscapes with ancient ruins, in imitation of porcelain. Opening with a stopper for the nibs and an inkwell that unscrews at the bottom. H. 14.8 cm. As is; wear, a few stains and small knocks, tiny chips on the lid and a small chip under the base.

Estimate
€100 - €150
Result
€300
Buyer's premium
26.4%
ENGLAND, Bilston or Staffordshire (?), second half of the 18th century Cylindrical writing case in gilded brass, partially engraved, and pink enamel decorated with a semi of foliage or flowers and punctuated with four poly-lobed cartouches featuring landscapes with ancient ruins, in imitation of porcelain. Opening with a stopper for the nibs and an inkwell that unscrews at the bottom. H. 14.8 cm. As is; wear, a few stains and small knocks, tiny chips on the lid and a small chip under the base.
Sale Friday 17 April・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 16 - Hôtel Drouot 9, rue Drouot 75009 Paris