Lot 27 Dα

A brass tower inkwell

Brass with golden brown patina, the interior partially lined with tin. Designed as four separate, stackable elements: The bell shaped base resting on three compressed bun feet; the pierced bell shaped upper section forming a pounce box; a round moulded box for sealing wax and a narrow cylindrical candleholder attached with solder. Some dents, one foot reattached with solder. H 24.2, D 9.2 cm.
Attributed to Italy, 17th century.