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Fine Edwardian Silver Double Inkstand / Inkwell / Desk Stand
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Fine Edwardian Silver Double Inkstand / Inkwell / Desk Stand

1900 - 1920
Sold 23 January 2026 · The Fancy Fox
This “Fine Edwardian Silver Double Inkstand / Inkwell / Desk Stand” found a buyer.

It was listed by The Fancy Fox. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Charming Edwardian silver inkstand with two original cut glass and silver mounted inkwells. The stand is boat shaped with reeded rim and diamond pierced detail to each end. Set on slim cabriole shaped legs with kicked out feet. The inkwells sit in inset oval cups in the stand with facet cut, curved walls, silver mounts to the base and hinged silver lids with pagoda finials. A central raised oval cartouche is unengraved. The base has full hallmarks for Sheffield 1907, maker initials for Atkin Brothers (Harry Atkin) and the inkwell lids have corresponding partial marks.

It measures 25.5cm (10") long and 10cm (4") wide, 4.5cm (1 3/4") high stand alone and 7.5cm (3") with the wells in. The wells themselves measure 7.3cm (2 7/8") high and 6.5cm (2 1/2") wide. Total weight is 416g, stand weight 169g/5.4ozt.

Condition is excellent with no damage, repair and minor handling wear. The hallmarks on the base are very slightly rubbed and there is a little ink staining to the underside of one of the wells.

Date of Manufacture

The Fancy Fox has dated this Edwardian Silver Inkstand to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7.5cm (2.95")
Width
25.5cm (10.04")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1117322
Dealers Internal Reference
RA1003
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Charming Edwardian silver inkstand with two original cut glass and silver mounted inkwells. The stand is boat shaped with reeded rim and diamond pierced detail to each end. Set on slim cabriole shaped legs with kicked out feet.
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The inkwells sit in inset oval cups in the stand with facet cut, curved walls, silver mounts to the base and hinged silver lids with pagoda finials.
The Fancy Fox

A central raised oval cartouche is unengraved. The base has full hallmarks for Sheffield 1907, maker initials for Atkin Brothers (Harry Atkin) and the inkwell lids have corresponding partial marks.

fig 1. An Edwardian sterling silver double inkstand featuring a pierced gallery tray, four bracket feet, and two cut-glass inkwells with matching silver lids.
fig 1. Fine Edwardian Silver Double Inkstand / Inkwell / Desk Stand

It measures 25.5cm (10") long and 10cm (4") wide, 4.5cm (1 3/4") high stand alone and 7.5cm (3") with the wells in. The wells themselves measure 7.3cm (2 7/8") high and 6.5cm (2 1/2") wide. Total weight is 416g, stand weight 169g/5.4ozt.

Condition is excellent with no damage, repair and minor handling wear. The hallmarks on the base are very slightly rubbed and there is a little ink staining to the underside of one of the wells.

Date of Manufacture

The Fancy Fox has dated this Edwardian Silver Inkstand to the Edwardian era.

Height
7.5cm (2.95")
Width
25.5cm (10.04")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1117322
Dealers Internal Ref
RA1003
The Fancy Fox
The Fancy Fox
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2015

Offering fine porcelain and pottery, 18th century and later, silver, glass and other small attractive pieces

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Archive I An Edwardian sterling silver double inkstand featuring a pierced gallery tray, four bracket feet, and two cut-glass inkwells with matching silver lids. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Fine Edwardian Silver Double Inkstand / Inkwell / Desk Stand

Archive II An Edwardian sterling silver double inkstand featuring a pierced gallery tray, four bracket feet, and two cut-glass inkwells with matching silver lids. View II
Archive III An Edwardian sterling silver double inkstand featuring a pierced gallery tray, four bracket feet, and two cut-glass inkwells with matching silver lids. View III
Archive IV An Edwardian sterling silver double inkstand featuring a pierced gallery tray, four bracket feet, and two cut-glass inkwells with matching silver lids. View IV
Archive V An Edwardian sterling silver double inkstand featuring a pierced gallery tray, four bracket feet, and two cut-glass inkwells with matching silver lids. View V
Archive VI An Edwardian sterling silver double inkstand featuring a pierced gallery tray, four bracket feet, and two cut-glass inkwells with matching silver lids. View VI
Archive VII An Edwardian sterling silver double inkstand featuring a pierced gallery tray, four bracket feet, and two cut-glass inkwells with matching silver lids. View VII
Archive VIII An Edwardian sterling silver double inkstand featuring a pierced gallery tray, four bracket feet, and two cut-glass inkwells with matching silver lids. View VIII
Archive IX An Edwardian sterling silver double inkstand featuring a pierced gallery tray, four bracket feet, and two cut-glass inkwells with matching silver lids. View IX
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An Edwardian sterling silver double inkstand featuring a pierced gallery tray, four bracket feet, and two cut-glass inkwells with matching silver lids.
Fine Edwardian Silver Double Inkstand / Inkwell / Desk Stand
Ref: SA1117322
An Edwardian sterling silver double inkstand featuring a pierced gallery tray, four bracket feet, and two cut-glass inkwells with matching silver lids.
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling silver, Glass
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsPierced gallery, Cut glass bodies, Hinged silver lids, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 7.5 cm (3 in) x W 25.5 cm (10 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

An Edwardian silver inkstand is a decorative desk accessory produced during the reign of King Edward VII (19011910), typically featuring a tray with one or more fitted inkwells and pen rests.

These desk stands traditionally combine sterling silver frames and mounts with cut or moulded glass inkwell bodies, often featuring hinged silver lids and glass liners.

Authentic pieces bear British hallmarks stamped on the silver elements, indicating the assay office, standard of silver purity, and a date letter corresponding to the Edwardian period.

It can be placed on a home office desk, mantelpiece, or bookcase as a polished decorative accent that introduces historical character to contemporary workspaces.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using a non-abrasive silver polish and a soft microfibre cloth to maintain the hallmarks and prevent damage to the metal surface.
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