1750s MARSEILLE Faience Inkwell Letter Holder Signed Start Price USD 1,111.11 Current Price USD 1,111.11 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Wednesday, October 29, 2008 End Time Friday, November 28, 2008 Location Spring, Texas See more about '1750s MARSEILLE Faience Inkwell Letter Holder Signed' Description Antique 1750's MARSEILLE Faience Inkwell Letter Holder Signed Look at this ! Don't miss it! Look at this exceptional novelty. It is made of faience, with incredible hand painted designs and floral motifs - forget-me-nots, tulips, and other flowersIt is a desktop inkwell and letter holder. There is also a small drawer made to hold small desktop accessories, probably fountain pen tips. The other drawer is fauxIt is made to look a little like a home kitchen oven. This type of shaped ovens were popular in France during the 18th centuryWonderful design, a truly one-of-a-kind antique novelty. It dates back to the mid 1700'sIt is signed on the underside of the drawer and on the bottom in underglaze maroon - see photosSuch pieces were made by Marseille Faienceries, of the city of Marseille, on the French southeast coast of the Mediterranean SeaIncredible piece of antique French art potteryThe flower-bloom shaped inkwell can be removed for cleaning, as can the drawerMeasurements: Approx. 4.5" high x 4" x 4.5" wideCondition: Very Good overall, considering its age and purpose. The only defect really worthy of mention is the chip in the top of the back side as pictured, and the two little flakes on the inner side of the drawer, unseen from the outside. Thee are a few little spots of missing glaze, definitely a well preserved pieceALL pieces are original to the inkwell, no replacements or marriagesPlease e-mail us for additional photos or information that can give you a better idea about this beautiful piece We Will Combine Shipping When Possible For Your Convenience! Local Pickups Are Welcome Please take a look at the other items we have on sale now. Click here to visit our other auctions! Please, visit our eBay Store! We will add new listings at least once weekly, so be sure to drop in! You never know what you might find! If you do not agree with any price, let us know your suggestion. We guarantee not to pass up any reasonable offer! Also, if you are not sure about an item, feel free to ask us as many questions, as you want!     Buyer is responsible for the actual shipping cost.  No handling charges. We accept personal checks, money orders and credit cards through PayPal     We describe the items with the best of our knowledge and ability, so to avoid any misunderstanding, and in case of any doubt, please e-mail us. We will be glad to answer all your questions and to provide additional photos and information Take a look at the other items we have for sale now and please keep visiting Thank you! Get Skype and call me for free.     Powered by eBay Turbo Lister                                     Powered by eBay Turbo Lister Place a Bid!