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Victorian Novelty Knife Box Shaped Wooden Inkwell

About the Item

An unusual and stylish British Victorian inkwell in the form of a wooden knife box dating from the 19th century. The box hand crafted in mahogany is of tall shaped with a bellowed round front with flat shaped sides and back. The hinged cover folds back to reveal the original glass inkwell liner and has a hollowed-out reserve possibly for pen nibs. The top is mounted with a blank copper cartouche with a dummy key escutcheon to the lower front body. The base is applied with a velvet protector, probably a later addition and the inkwell is not marked. Provenance: Acquired from the UK Art Market. In good condition with light wear from age and use.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.12 in (13 cm)Width: 2.56 in (6.5 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
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  • Seller Location:
    Bishop's Stortford, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: MI20217 1stDibs: LU1328236206952
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