A 19th century French cast ormolu inkstand, marked 'F. Barbedienne Paris', the hinged lid decorated with a classical seated figure, enclosing a glass well, the dished stand cast with masks and trees, the base raised on claw feet, width 16.3cm.Buyer’s Premium 29.4% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional charge of 6% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price.