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Antique Silver Plated Inkstand by Walker & Hall C1880
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Antique Silver Plated Inkstand by Walker & Hall C1880

19th century
Sold 11 October 2025 · Honey Tilley Antiques
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Description

This is an antique silver plated inkstand. The rectangular tray has four elaborately decorated feet with paws. This is mounted in an Arts & Crafts design. The raised edge is crisply engraved with scrolls and flowers around a vacant cartouche. This retains its two original glass inkwells that have silver plated hinged mounts. The tops are embossed. c.1880 British made with a makers mark for Walker & Hall stamped underneath.

Length: 29cm (11.5")

Width: 20cm (8")

This can also be purchased from my website

honeytilleyantiques.com where postage cost is automatically calculated at checkout

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Honey Tilley Antiques has dated this Silver Plated Inkstand to the 1880s.

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SA1028473
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A28230
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Description
This is an antique silver plated inkstand. The rectangular tray has four elaborately decorated feet with paws. This is mounted in an Arts & Crafts design. The raised edge is crisply engraved with scrolls and flowers around a vacant cartouche. This retains its two original glass inkwells that have silver plated hinged mounts. The tops are embossed. c.1880 British made with a makers mark for Walker & Hall stamped underneath.

Length: 29cm (11.5")

Width: 20cm (8")

This can also be purchased from my website

honeytilleyantiques.com where postage cost is automatically calculated at checkout

Date of Manufacture

Honey Tilley Antiques has dated this Silver Plated Inkstand to the 1880s.

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SA1028473
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A28230
Honey Tilley Antiques
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An ornate antique silver-plated inkstand featuring two cut glass inkwells with hinged lids upon a decorated tray.
Antique silver plated inkstand by Walker & Hall c1880
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSilver-plated metal, Cut glass
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEmbossed floral scrolls, Cast scroll feet, Diamond cut glass, Hinged metal lids

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Victorian inkstands became essential desk accessories during the 19th century, reflecting the eras emphasis on correspondence, literacy, and status. Elaborate designs often incorporated trays, candle holders, and multiple inkwells crafted by prominent silversmiths.

Traditional inkstands were commonly manufactured using base metals coated in silver via electroplating, paired with cut or pressed glass ink bottles featuring metal lids. Premium examples utilised solid sterling silver, brass, or bronze combined with ceramics or exotic hardwoods.

Authenticity is typically determined by examining makers marks, hallmarks, or electroplate stamps stamped onto the base or rim. Additionally, genuine period items exhibit natural wear patterns, heavier construction, and traditional manufacturing techniques such as cast mounts.

An antique inkstand can function as a sophisticated centrepiece on an office desk, console table, or mantelpiece, contrasting sharply with contemporary minimalism. It provides both textural interest and a focal point when paired with modern stationery or minimalist decor.

Silver plate requires gentle cleaning with a specialised, non-abrasive silver polish and a soft cloth to remove tarnish without damaging the underlying plating. Items should be kept away from direct moisture, humidity, and direct sunlight to preserve the metallic finish.
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