The Collected World Auction
Sat, Nov 7, 2026 12:00PM EST
Lot 53
FRENCH LOUIS XVI STYLE VERT DE MER MARBLE AND GILT BRASS INKWELL, RETAILED BY OVINGTON NEW YORK
Estimate: $100 - $300
Starting Bid
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
5 in. diameter, 4 in. height. Stepped round green marble base with three projecting supports, mounted with beaded borders, oak leaf banding and rosettes, the hinged pierced gilt brass lid with acanthus top and bud finial over the original glass well, on knurled bun feet. Base with script inscription Ovington New York and old retail labels reading Ovington New York and France Inkwell.
Condition
Wear to gilding consistent with age.
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