Stationery stand

Object Number: 
1973.2
Date: 
1870-1900
Medium: 
Bronze, gilding
Dimensions: 
Overall: 8 1/2 x 11 3/4 x 4 7/8 in. ( 21.6 x 29.8 x 12.4 cm )
Description: 
Bronze stationery stand with two handles, two dividers, plates (front, back, and side) richly ornamented with C-scrolls and foliate swags, reserves with lozenge diaper and rosettes, and four drop feet with ringed egg border; elaborate decoration includes male mask, winged sphinxes, and herms on rectangular base.
Credit Line: 
Gift of Mr. Alexander Jackson on behalf of the Astor Trust (English branch)
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Creative: Tronvig Group