19th-century crystal and hardened wood inkwell

Inkwell

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"Hardened wood" is a composite material made from rosewood sawdust and ox blood, the albumin of which acts as a binder. Small objects—formerly known as "articles de Paris"—are created by subjecting the mixture to heat and pressure within molds.

This reconstituted wood is matte black or brown, extremely dense, and resistant to boiling water.

Items made from hardened wood include trinkets, medallions featuring relief designs or portraits, pen trays, paperweights, inkwells, picture frames, boxes, mourning jewelry, and more.

This low-cost production technique enjoyed immense success during the second half of the 19th century, particularly under the reign of Napoleon III. It served as an effective alternative to jet or black onyx.

The inkwell presented here is made of crystal; it features an octagonal shape set upon a horseshoe-shaped base. It is in excellent condition, with the exception of a small chip on one stud—a minor flaw that does not detract from the object's value.

Dimensions: Base 113 x 130 mm; total height 105 mm.

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