Description:
- Granada inkwell made of earthenware from the second half of the 18th century.
- The inkwell is lobed in shape, divided into eight lobes. The base is visible, hollow. The motifs and colours suggest that it comes from Granada.
- The entire inkwell is painted with animal motifs, in white and blue. It has a simple and very elegant design.
- The peculiarity of the piece is that the lid is still in perfect condition, this one with yellow tones.
- The inkwell is enamelled. The entire inside of the inkwell is heavily crackled. The base has burrs, which indicates that it was made in a somewhat ‘coarse’ manner.
- It has rubbing and minor chipping due to age, none of which are serious.
- No distinctive mark or contrast has been found that could provide information on where it was made, the maker's details, or any other information.
Conservation and Damage:
- The inkwell is in a perfect state of preservation.
- It retains a spectacular period patina.
- It has some knocks and scratches due to age.
- The object shows wear and tear typical of it’s age.
Comments:
- Both measurements and weight are approximate.
- Very interesting as a collector's item and as a decorative element.
- The tones of the colours in the photos do not match the tones of the real colours.
- The object for sale is the one that corresponds to the photos. The description is not a detailed exposition of it.
- The data provided here are personal opinions and are not verified.
4494 - GRANADA INKWELL WITH LID. EARTHENWARE. 18TH CENTURY.