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Antique Early Treen 19thc Engine Turned Inkwell with Original Glass . English C1860-80.
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Antique Early Treen 19thc Engine Turned Inkwell with Original Glass . English C1860-80.

19th century
Sold 5 September 2024 · Mark Seabrook Antiques
This “Antique Early Treen 19thc Engine Turned Inkwell with Original Glass . English C1860-80” found a buyer.

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A very good example of an "engine" turned inkwell....it is turned out of lignum vitae and has the most beautiful patterns decorating it on the top, side and the underneath....what is unusual is that it still retains the original hand blown glass ink bottle....usually they are missing or cracked....it has gained a very good colour and is in excellent condition.

English. C1860-80. Provenance: Brian Hawtin collection.

Physical Dimensions
Height
4.1cm (1.61")
Width
6.4cm (2.52")
Depth
6.4cm (2.52")
Declaration

Mark Seabrook Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Inkwell to the 19th Century.

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SA1085001
Dealers Internal Reference
MS 8079
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Payment can be made by Bank Transfer , all you will need are my Bank Details, which I will send you or off line by Credit / Debit card ,..... e-mail or telephone your card details (long card number, expiry date and three security digits on the reverse of the card) through to me and I will do the rest .

Please quote the Internal Reference Number to identify the item you are enquiring about....thank you.

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A very good example of an "engine" turned inkwell....
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it is turned out of lignum vitae and has the most beautiful patterns decorating it on the top, side and the underneath.
Mark Seabrook Antiques

...what is unusual is that it still retains the original hand blown glass ink bottle....usually they are missing or cracked....it has gained a very good colour and is in excellent condition.

English. C1860-80. Provenance: Brian Hawtin collection.

Height
4.1cm (1.61")
Width
6.4cm (2.52")
Depth
6.4cm (2.52")
Date of Manufacture

Mark Seabrook Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Inkwell to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1085001
Dealers Internal Ref
MS 8079
Mark Seabrook Antiques
Mark Seabrook Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2020

Specialising in 17/18thc oak & country furniture, antique treen, early metalware & english pottery.

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Antique Early Treen 19thc Engine Turned Inkwell with Original Glass . English C1860-80.

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An antique dark wood turned inkwell featuring geometric carved patterns and an original glass insert.
Antique Early Treen 19thc Engine Turned Inkwell With Original Glass . English C1860-80.
Ref: SA1085001
An antique dark wood turned inkwell featuring geometric carved patterns and an original glass insert.
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWood, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsEngine turned, Geometric carving, Recessed pen holders
  • SizeH 4.1 cm (2 in) x W 6.4 cm (3 in) x D 6.4 cm (3 in)

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Treen refers to small, functional wooden household objects made before the widespread use of plastics, often crafted using a lathe.

They were commonly made from turned hardwoods such as boxwood, lignum vitae, or mahogany, frequently paired with blown or moulded glass inserts.

Authentic pieces typically display characteristic tool marks from hand-turning, genuine age-related patination, and wear consistent with regular use.

They provide tactile historical contrast when placed on modern workspaces, bookshelves, or side tables, adding curated character to a room.

Keep wooden pieces away from direct sunlight and heat sources, occasionally feeding the dry timber with microcrystalline wax to preserve the finish.
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