LARGE 19TH CENTURY BRONZE INKWELL – VICTORIAN ERA – WARRIOR'S HEAD DESIGN – ZOOMORPHIC & FOLIATE MOTIFS – DOUBLE PATINA
This exceptional one-piece bronze inkwell is a true statement piece, reflecting the elegance and bold imagination of 19th-century Victorian craftsmanship. The inkwell is decorated with intricate plant (foliate) and zoomorphic motifs flanked by crowned mythical heads on both sides, adding a regal and mysterious character to its presence.
It stands proudly on four claw-shaped legs attached to a solid round base, and features a hinged lid that opens to reveal an ink tank inside. The piece is finished with a double patina—a combination of bronze and silver tones that highlights the ornate detailing and adds rich depth.
Key Features:
Solid bronze with silver and bronze double patina
Hinged lid
Foliate decorations throughout
Inkwell crafted in the shape of a warrior’s head
Four claw feet on a round, scrolled base
Stunning Victorian-era craftsmanship
Measurements:
Base Diameter: 4.5 inches
Length: 9 inches
Depth: 7.5 inches
Height: 7 inches
This is a rare and visually captivating inkwell—ideal for collectors of antique writing instruments, Victorian décor, or bronze sculpture.
📸 Please review all photos for more details and consider them part of the description. Feel free to reach out with any questions. Ships with great care and tracking included.
LARGE 19TH CENTURY BRONZE INKWELL – VICTORIAN ERA – WARRIOR'S HEAD DESIGN – ZOOMORPHIC & FOLIATE MOTIFS – DOUBLE PATINA
This exceptional one-piece bronze inkwell is a true statement piece, reflecting the elegance and bold imagination of 19th-century Victorian craftsmanship. The inkwell is decorated with intricate plant (foliate) and zoomorphic motifs flanked by crowned mythical heads on both sides, adding a regal and mysterious character to its presence.
It stands proudly on four claw-shaped legs attached to a solid round base, and features a hinged lid that opens to reveal an ink tank inside. The piece is finished with a double patina—a combination of bronze and silver tones that highlights the ornate detailing and adds rich depth.
Key Features:
Solid bronze with silver and bronze double patina
Hinged lid
Foliate decorations throughout
Inkwell crafted in the shape of a warrior’s head
Four claw feet on a round, scrolled base
Stunning Victorian-era craftsmanship
Measurements:
Base Diameter: 4.5 inches
Length: 9 inches
Depth: 7.5 inches
Height: 7 inches
This is a rare and visually captivating inkwell—ideal for collectors of antique writing instruments, Victorian décor, or bronze sculpture.
📸 Please review all photos for more details and consider them part of the description. Feel free to reach out with any questions. Ships with great care and tracking included.