A large desk inkwell made of wood veneer, standing on four claw-foot legs, with marquetry decoration and gilded chiseled bronze trim featuring a floral design, the rim accented by a frieze of ovals. Topped with two bowls on pedestals, a penholder, and a pair of cups, the lids crowned with butterfly motifs. 23.5 x 49.5 x 28 cm. Wear to the gilding; scratches; chips in the veneer. INCLUDED: A bronze letter opener, the blade openwork with foliage motifs, the handle decorated with a faun.