Skip to main content
Video Loading
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 15

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Parcel Gilt Inkwell (1907)

About the Item

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver parcel gilt inkwell made by R & S Garrard & Co; part of our antique silver and glassware collection. This exceptional antique Edwardian English sterling silver antique inkstand has a navette shaped form. The concave surface of the of the inkstand is plain and unembellished, with an applied silver gilt leaf decorated border to the rim. Either end of the stand is fitted with an impressive cast and applied gilt scalloped leaf design, enveloping the aforementioned rim. The centre of the inkstand is fitted with an oval waisted receptacle fitted with a domed, hinged cover surmounted with an impressive cast silver gilt decorated finial, realistically modelled in the form of a moth/butterfly. The lower portion of the receptacle and the rim of the cover are encompassed with identical gilded border to that of the stand rim. The cover opens to reveal the original gilded interior and circular glass ink bottle, fitted to a plain circular receiver. The underside of the inkstand bears the original gilding and the retailer's mark 'R & S Garrard & Co, Haymarket, London'. This unusual antique inkwell is a rare and desirable design. Condition This antique inkwell is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The cast decoration is all very sharp. Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the body, in addition to part hallmarks to the cover are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this Edwardian inkstand with silver gilt features. Dimensions Length 25.4cm/10' Width 13.1cm/5.16' Height 7.4cm/2.91' Weight 15.1 troy ounces/471.1g (excluding glass bottle) Maker: R & S Garrard & Co (Sebastian Henry Garrard) Date: 1907 Origin: London, England SKU: C8515
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.91 in (7.4 cm)Diameter: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1907
  • Condition:
    Please see description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C85151stDibs: LU1200239429082

More From This Seller

View All
Samuel Jacob Edwardian Sterling Silver Frog Inkwell
By Samuel Jacob
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, unusual, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver inkwell in the form of a frog; part of our antique diverse ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional antique Edwardian English sterling silver inkwell has been modelled in the form of a perched frog. The surface of this impressive novelty silver...
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver

John Charles Grinsell Antique Edwardian Cut Glass and Sterling Silver Inkwell
By John Grinsell & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian cut glass and English sterling silver mounted desk inkwell; part of our antique silver and glassware collection This exceptio...
Category

Antique Early 1900s Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 1928 Sterling Silver Bell Inkwell
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, large antique George V English sterling silver inkwell, part of our antique diverse ornamental silverware collection...
Category

Vintage 1920s English Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian Sterling Silver 'Anvil' Inkwell by George Unite & Sons
By George Unite & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare and unusual antique Edwardian English sterling silver anvil inkwell; part of antique silver and glassware collection. This exceptional an...
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver

1880s Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Lantern Inkwell
By Thomas Smily
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique Victorian English sterling silver inkwell in the form of a lantern; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver inkwell has been realistically modelled in the form of a lantern. The cylindrical body of this impressive Victorian ink bottle is encompassed with vertical pales. This antique ink bottle...
Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Walker & Hall Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Inkwell
By Walker & Hall
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver and glass inkwell made by Walker and Hall, part of our antique silver and glassware collection. This exceptional antique George V English sterling silver inkwell has a hexagonal shaped, waisted form. The shaped surface of this impressive antique inkwell is plain and unembellished, with applied iconic Art Deco style tiered designs to the either side of the base. The elevated anterior edge of the base composes a pen receiver. This Walker and Hall inkwell is fitted with an impressive flat topped hinged hallmarked sterling silver cover. The cover opens to reveal a sunken well and removable glass ink liner. The underside of the inkwell is fitted with the original wood base. Condition This antique Walker...
Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Inkwells

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

You May Also Like

Edwardian Sterling Silver-Mounted Onyx Inkwell
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian, sterling silver - mounted onyx inkwell, Birmingham, England, year-hallmarked for 1915. Measures 3 3/4 inches wide (at widest point) x 2 1/4 inches high x 4 inches deep. So...
Category

Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Onyx, Sterling Silver

Antique English 1907 Pocket Watch Inkwell Sterling Silver Top Burst Base Crystal
Located in Stamford, CT
This is part of a private collection, we have acquired over 350 small antiques which are all from the 18th & 19th century. Antique 1907 partners base sterling silver pocket watch inkwell...
Category

Antique Early 1900s Great Britain (UK) Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique English Edwardian Cut Crystal & Sterling Silver Inkwell, Circa 1900's
Located in New Orleans, LA
Fine antique English Edwardian Hallmarked cut crystal and sterling silver inkwell, Circa 1900's.
Category

20th Century English Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver and Enamel Inkwell by Foster & Bailey
By Foster and Bailey
Located in New York, NY
Pretty Edwardian inkwell. Made by Foster & Bailey in Providence, circa 1910. Rectangular clear glass base with chamfered corners, wraparound acid-etched garland, and star cut to unde...
Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Edwardian Sterling Silver Inkwell with Hinged Lid
By Levi & Salaman
Located in Vienna, AT
Edwardian, sterling silver and rose quartz Inkwell with hinged lid, Birmingham, England, 1912, Levi & Salamon - makers. Hinged sterling lid surrounds a beautiful amber coloured middl...
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

20th Century Edwardian Solid Silver & Glass Inkwell with Clock, Chester, c.1907
By Saunders & Shepherd
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
20th century Edwardian silver capstan shaped inkwell with an 8 day goliath clock. The hinged cover is set with a silver plated clock, with a white dial w...
Category

20th Century British Edwardian Inkwells

Materials

Silver

Recently Viewed

View All