Kralik Iridescent Amethyst Glass Inkwell 1903

Description

Heading : Kralik Art Nouveau iridescent glass inkwell c1910
Date : 1903
Origin : Bohemia
Colour : Amethyst
Glass Type : Iridescent
Size : base 11.8cm x 11.8cm
Condition : Age related wear to base only
Restoration : None
Weight : 485 grams

Serial number and date of manufacture impressed on underside of the lid. Dated Decemner 1903

Eric Knowles Comments

As Art Nouveau inkwells go. you would be hard pushed to find a better example.  The iridescent stripes almost appear to be flowing down the shoulders of the amethyst glass base.  The brass lid is decorated with copper cherries that are again echoed on the reverse.