Rococo Revival Brass Double Inkwell Desk Stand with Heraldic Griffins and Maskaron Mount Antique

Rococo Revival Brass Double Inkwell Desk Stand with Heraldic Griffins and Maskaron Mount AntiqueAdditional Description: An exceptionally ornate and visually commanding Rococo Revival double inkwell stand or writing desk set, executed in richly cast bronze or brass with elaborate scrolling ornament throughout. The rectangular base is lavishly decorated with deeply modeled foliate scrollwork, textured grounds, and molded borders, supported by expressive paw feet and centered with a dramatic female maskaron mount to the front apron. The rear

Cast gilt metal

including the clearly legible date “Anno Dom

Circa 1890–1915

Gracefully shaped side handles extend outward with softly curled terminals

including scrolling foliate motifs

Hand-blown and hand-gilded crystal - 6 glasses

and Enlightenment thought

Materials: Solid cast brass

and soft pastel hues

Mounting posts intact

featuring asymmetrical scrolling acanthus foliage surrounding a central shell motif beneath a cartouche-like crest

The substantial scale and sculptural quality allow it to function beautifully today as standalone wall art or architectural décor