20th Century Italian Bronze Inkwell with Bull Heads and Putti Embracing Lion

Early 20th century bronze inkwell resting on a double circular marble base, in black marble and Italian Alpi green marble. The body of the inkwell has a tripod base with taurine legs decorated by alternating masks  of  putti, grapes and  and bulls’ heads.

The cover is surmounted by the figure of an angel embracing a lion. Garlands of flowers and human masks throughout the basement.

The ink glass is missing.

In good condition with a beautiful patina.