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Edwardian Capstan-shaped Desk Inkwell with Clock Sterling Silver
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Edwardian Capstan-shaped Desk Inkwell with Clock Sterling Silver

1900 - 1920
Description

An early 20th-century English solid silver capstan-shaped desk inkwell, featuring a unique integrated clock in the hinged lid. Lid is monographed with Letter M.

Design: The inkwell is of classic circular, capstan form with a molded base and a hinged cover.

Clock: The hinged cover is set with a 8 day clock , featuring a white dial, Roman numeral markers, and a subsidiary seconds dial.

Hallmarks: Maker mark rubbed out. Birmingham 1934 .

Approximate Dimensions & Weight:

H: 8 x 18 cm

1.03 kg

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Bushells Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Desk Inkwell to the Edwardian era.

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Description
An early 20th-century English solid silver capstan-shaped desk inkwell, featuring a unique integrated clock in the hinged lid. Lid is monographed with Letter M.

Design: The inkwell is of classic circular, capstan form with a molded base and a hinged cover.

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Clock: The hinged cover is set with a 8 day clock , featuring a white dial, Roman numeral markers, and a subsidiary seconds dial.
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Hallmarks: Maker mark rubbed out. Birmingham 1934 .

Approximate Dimensions & Weight:

H: 8 x 18 cm

1.03 kg

Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Desk Inkwell to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1183662
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Archive I An Edwardian sterling silver capstan-shaped desk inkwell with an open hinged lid displaying an inset eight-day clock face.

Edwardian Capstan-shaped Desk Inkwell with Clock Sterling Silver

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An Edwardian sterling silver capstan-shaped desk inkwell with an open hinged lid displaying an inset eight-day clock face.
Edwardian Capstan-Shaped Desk Inkwell With Clock Sterling Silver
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An Edwardian sterling silver capstan-shaped desk inkwell with an open hinged lid displaying an inset eight-day clock face.
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Glass, Enamel
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsCapstan profile, Hinged lid, Inset timepiece, Flared base

This early 20th-century Edwardian desk inkwell adopts a classic circular capstan form with a flared, molded base and a polished silver finish. Solid sterling silver constitutes the primary body, paired with an inset clock behind a glass-covered white dial featuring black Arabic numerals and a subsidiary seconds dial. The hinged lid opens vertically, revealing the timepiece assembly, and includes a prominent knurled winding stem at the top alongside a smooth circular collar leading into the central well opening. Measuring 8 cm in height and 18 cm in width, this functional piece sits effectively upon an office desk or library table within a traditional study setting. The solid construction accommodates daily writing activities while serving as an integrated desktop timepiece, combining paper-management accessories with horological utility in a compact metallic design.

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A capstan inkwell is a desk accessory characterised by a wide, flared circular base tapering upwards to a central ink reservoir, resembling a nautical winch or capstan. Popularised during the Edwardian period (19011910), these silver items frequently combined utility with horology by integrating mechanical watch movements into their hinged lids.

These desk items were predominantly crafted from hallmarked sterling silver, often featuring a loaded or weighted base to maintain stability on writing surfaces. The internal ink wells utilised removable clear glass liners, whilst the integrated timepieces contained mechanical brass movements and enamel dials.

Authentic pieces carry complete British silver hallmarksincluding the makers mark, town mark, date letter, and lion passant sterling marktypically stamped on both the main body and the lid rim. The timepiece should feature period-appropriate construction, such as an eight-day mechanical movement with enamel or painted numerals.

An antique silver inkwell functions as a classic decorative object on a contemporary office desk, library bureau, or console table. Positioned beside leather desktop accessories, hardcover volumes, or modern fountain pens, it offers an historic accent within traditional or tailored contemporary interiors.

Maintain the sterling silver surface by polishing gently with a soft microfibre cloth designed for silver care, taking care to avoid getting liquid polish into the clock movement or hinge joint. Mechanical timepieces should be serviced periodically by a professional horologist, while glass liners should be washed separately with warm water.
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