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Antique Victorian Cut Glass and Sterling Silver Desk Inkwell
$1,762.23
£1,295
€1,521.41
CA$2,421
A$2,702.82
CHF 1,416.24
MX$33,085.20
NOK 17,986.24
SEK 16,958.74
DKK 11,354.44
About the Item
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian cut glass and English sterling silver mounted desk inkwell, part of our antique silver and glassware collection.
This exceptional antique Victorian cut glass and English sterling silver mounted desk inkwell has a plain square form.
The antique inkwell is fitted with an impressive circular hallmarked sterling silver mount and hinged cover.
The flat-topped cover is embellished with the contemporary engraved initials 'TR' with a ducal coronet.
The large and impressive glass body of this inkwell is plain with chamfered corners.
The interior rim of the hallmarked mount bears the retailer's mark 'Macmichael, St Audley St W'.
Condition
This antique inkwell is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition.
The glass body is in perfect condition.
Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the mount and part hallmarks to the interior of the cover are all very clear.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this Victorian inkwell in glass and silver.
Dimensions
Width 10cm/3.9" square
Height 8.7cm/3.4"
Maker: John Grinsell & Sons
Date: 1894
Origin: London, England.
- Creator:John Grinsell & Sons (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 3.4 in (8.64 cm)Width: 3.9 in (9.91 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1894
- Condition:See description.
- Seller Location:Jesmond, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: C42991stDibs: LU1200222499292
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