Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1800s.

The central handle has four holes presumably for pens, two of the pots too have similar holes, I am unsure if these would be used for ink allowing the pen to sit in the ink while not used. One of the other pots is a pounce pot or sander and one other lidded pot.

A super early piece dating to around 1790 and miraculous that it has all remained together as a complete set. Excellent condition measuring 8" including handle x 6 3/4" x 7" tall to top of handle.
Item ID: 33120
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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1800s.
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