Napoleon III inkwell, Empire style. It is made of solid green crystal. Each side is decorated with a gilded bronze scene and represents the Art of drawing or the Art of sculpture. The front and back sides represent a heraldic figure with palms and an eaglet. The gilded brass lid is in the shape of a ball with a woman drawing. The lid is separate from the inkwell. A slight weld could bring them together. By placing the lid on top of the inkwell, you cannot see the defect even if it is there. Height: 9 cm. Container: 6 cm on each side. Very beautiful rare inkwell of this color, to use as is or to restore. To collect or to offer.
Napoleon III inkwell, Empire style. It is made of solid green crystal. Each side is decorated with a gilded bronze scene and represents the Art of drawing or the Art of sculpture. The front and back sides represent a heraldic figure with palms and an eaglet. The gilded brass lid is in the shape of a ball with a woman drawing. The lid is separate from the inkwell. A slight weld could bring them together. By placing the lid on top of the inkwell, you cannot see the defect even if it is there. Height: 9 cm. Container: 6 cm on each side. Very beautiful rare inkwell of this color, to use as is or to restore. To collect or to offer.