French Empire Patinated Bronze Encrier surmounted by Cupido on a Lion. Omnia Vincit Amor

The rectangular inkwell decorated on top with  Amor sitting on a lion. (Omnia Vincit Amor - Love conquers all.)

Love Conquers all

I have seen the one who could master even a ferocious lion,

I have seen the one who alone could tame hearts: Amor

The interior with a  sand caster, a white porcelain ink container and a pen holder. One penholder missing.

France - second quarter 19th century 

Period:  Restauration.

Height: 17 cm.     (6,7 inches.)

Length: 14,5 cm. (5,7 inches.)

Depth:   8.5 cm.   (3,3 inches.)

Weight: 1.620 grams.