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Antique Gien Pottery French Faience Inkwell Encrier
Secondhand
R695.00
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22 Jun 23 22:47
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Condition
Secondhand
Location
South Africa
Origin
Other
Time Period
1800s
Type
Other
Bob Shop ID
588974257
A rare Antique Gien Pottery Faience Inkwell with hinged brass lid. Gien is a famous French pottery factory that was founded in 1759. The factory is known for its high-quality faience - a type of ceramic that is made from a mixture of clay and sand. The faience is then covered with a layer of tin glaze, which is what gives the inkwell its bright white color. The design is hand-painted in enamel colors.The inkwell is in great condition. There are no chips, cracks, or repairs. The glaze is in good condition and the design is vibrant. Slight age crackling to glaze, no chips or cracks. Weighs an impressive 268grams, 80mm diameter.
