Grand Tour Inkwell Mother of Pearl 19th C. French

This is a beautiful Mother of Pearl Ink Well from circa 1870.

This is a rare French Grand Tour souvenir. It is made from Mother of Pearl, bronze, brass, and glass.

This lovely inkwell is shaped like a boat.

This piece is finished with a bronze railing and a pen holder. Each end of the gondola is finished in bronze with a flourish at the corners.

The inkwell has a domed and fluted glass cover. The inkwell is made from bronze and glass, and is not removable.

This inkwell is in good original condition with waviness to the top rail. The hinge is in good working order but the lid sits slightly ajar. A pen nib is included that matches the piece, but it is not original.

It is marked "Cherbourg" on the deck. The inkwell has a wood bottom. The measurements are 7 1/2 wide, by 3" tall by 2 3/4" deep.

This inkwell will be packaged and shipped to you insured by the carrier of our choice. The charge to have this piece carefully packed and shipped is $35.00. You may also choose to pick this item up in New York City. It may take up to 10 business days before this item is shipped to you.

*This item is listed at $700.00*