Lot 44
  • 44

An Italian Silver Inkstand, Antonio Cappelletti, Rome, circa 1810

Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • marked throughout
  • Silver, Wood
  • length 13 in.
  • 33cm
the oval stand raised on four female sphynxes and supporting in the center a winged putto on a pedestal bearing a pen holder formed as a potted plant, and flanked by an inkwell and sander topped by classically draped seated females reading sheats of music, on wood base

Condition

old splits to plaque on column below winged putto, a few minor losses to garlands and slight dings to front rim, otherwise good
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