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Description

Scottish pottery inkwell, c. 1830. Modelled as a buckled shoe, with apertures for the ink, and a quill to the top. Decorated in typical Scottish, or North England glazes.

Length- 14.5 cm, 5 3/4”

Height – 4 cm, 1 5/8”

Condition – Excellent. No damage. No restoration.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Ceramic Shoe Inkwell to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

4cm (1.57")

Width

14.5cm (5.71")

Depth

3.5cm (1.38")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1067609

Description

Scottish pottery inkwell, c. 1830. Modelled as a buckled shoe, with apertures for the ink, and a quill to the top. Decorated in typical Scottish, or North England glazes.

Length- 14.5 cm, 5 3/4”

Height – 4 cm, 1 5/8”

Condition – Excellent. No damage. No restoration.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Ceramic Shoe Inkwell to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

4cm (1.57")

Width

14.5cm (5.71")

Depth

3.5cm (1.38")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1067609

About the Dealer

Philip Carrol Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2017

Philip carrol antiques was established in 1983

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Philip Carrol Antiques

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectDesk Accessories
Period19th century
StyleGeorgian / Regency Folk Art
MaterialEarthenware, Glaze
ColourMulticoloured
MotifsSponge-decorated dots, Moulded shoe design, Glazed apertures
SizeH 4 cm (2 in) x W 14.5 cm (6 in) x D 3.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Novelty inkwells shaped as shoes or boots gained popularity during the Georgian and Victorian eras, often produced as whimsical desk accessories or souvenirs in potteries across Britain.

These pieces were typically crafted from local earthenware or stoneware, hand-painted with coloured glazes, and fired in traditional kilns before receiving a clear lead glaze finish.

Authenticity is determined by examining the glaze characteristics, crazing patterns, wear consistent with age, and traditional potting techniques such as hand-formed bodies and unglazed foot rims.

Such decorative objects work well placed on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or office desk as a focal point of historic character amidst contemporary furnishings.

Antique ceramics should be kept out of direct sunlight, dusted gently with a soft dry cloth, and washed with water only if strictly necessary, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners.