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A Handsome Chester Silver Capstan Inkwell
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A Handsome Chester Silver Capstan Inkwell

1900 - 1920
Description

A smart and stylish silver inkwell from the elegant Edwardian era. This appealing piece is of capstan form, with a domed hinged lid and removable glass inkwell liner. The body is finished with decorative bands, which are delightfully repeated to the lid. The inkwell is weighted and the base is of oak. Suitable for dressing a desk, this is an attractive example, both decorative and usable. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£26.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable

Date :- Chester 1909.

Maker :- S Blanckensee & Sons.

Base diameter :- 8.5 cms.

Height :- 4.5 cms. (lid closed).

Physical Dimensions
Height
4.5cm (1.77")
Width
8.5cm (3.35")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Declaration

Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this Sterling Silver Capstan Inkwell to the Edwardian era.

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SA1153379
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ACA2155
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Description
A smart and stylish silver inkwell from the elegant Edwardian era. This appealing piece is of capstan form, with a domed hinged lid and removable glass inkwell liner. The body is finished with decorative bands, which are delightfully repeated to the lid. The inkwell is weighted and the base is of oak. Suitable for dressing a desk, this is an attractive example, both decorative and usable. Dimensions below.
fig 1. A polished sterling silver capstan-shaped inkwell with a broad reeded base, hinged circular lid, and stamped hallmarks on the side.
fig 1. A Handsome Chester Silver Capstan Inkwell

Postage and packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£26.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable

Date :- Chester 1909.

Maker :- S Blanckensee & Sons.

Base diameter :- 8.5 cms.

Height :- 4.5 cms. (lid closed).

Height
4.5cm (1.77")
Width
8.5cm (3.35")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Date of Manufacture

Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this Sterling Silver Capstan Inkwell to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1153379
Dealers Internal Ref
ACA2155
Andrew Cox Antiques
Andrew Cox Antiques
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A polished sterling silver capstan-shaped inkwell with a broad reeded base, hinged circular lid, and stamped hallmarks on the side.
A handsome Chester silver capstan inkwell
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A polished sterling silver capstan-shaped inkwell with a broad reeded base, hinged circular lid, and stamped hallmarks on the side.
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Capstan inkwells are broad-based ink receptacles named for their resemblance to a ships nautical capstan winch. Popularised during the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, their wide, weighted bases were designed to prevent tipping on writing desks.

These inkwells typically feature a sterling silver body with a hinged capstan lid, built over a weighted wooden or leather base for stability. Inside, they originally contained a removable glass liner to hold the ink and protect the silver from corrosion.

Authentic pieces feature official British silver hallmarks stamped into the metal, including the Chester assay mark of a shield with three wheat sheaves and a sword, a lion passant for sterling silver, and a makers mark. Date letter stamps also indicate the exact year of manufacture.

Place a silver capstan inkwell on an executive desk, a home library writing table, or atop a stack of vintage books on a console table to add refined metallic contrast. It functions as both a historical talking point and a decorative desk accent.

Dust regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and polish sparingly using a specialised silver polishing cloth or gentle cream to avoid removing hallmarks. Ensure any original glass liner is kept clean and dry to prevent moisture from damaging the weighted internal base.
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