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A 19th Century Brass Standish
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A 19th Century Brass Standish

19th century
Sold 28 February 2026 · Christine Kavanagh Antiques
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Description

A brass standish with original cut glass inkwells. Fine quality casting throughout with reservoirs for both pens and stamps.

Date of Manufacture

Christine Kavanagh Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Standish to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Reference Numbers
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SA1185934
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Description
A brass standish with original cut glass inkwells. Fine quality casting throughout with reservoirs for both pens and stamps.
Date of Manufacture

Christine Kavanagh Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Standish to the 19th Century.

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Reference Numbers
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SA1185934
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

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An ornate cast brass standish featuring two cut-glass inkwells with matching metal lids and a central pen tray on a dark surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An ornate cast brass standish featuring two cut-glass inkwells with matching metal lids and a central pen tray on a dark surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A 19th Century Brass Standish

Archive II An ornate cast brass standish featuring two cut-glass inkwells with matching metal lids and a central pen tray on a dark surface. View II
Archive III An ornate cast brass standish featuring two cut-glass inkwells with matching metal lids and a central pen tray on a dark surface. View III
Archive IV An ornate cast brass standish featuring two cut-glass inkwells with matching metal lids and a central pen tray on a dark surface. View IV
Archive V An ornate cast brass standish featuring two cut-glass inkwells with matching metal lids and a central pen tray on a dark surface. View V
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Christine Kavanagh Antiques

Christine Kavanagh Antiques
Telephone 07850 463 173
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1 - 3 Castlegate
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG24 1AZ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/christinekavanagh
Verified Since Jun 2020
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Items Sold 410
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
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Location: 1 - 3 Castlegate, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 1AZ, United Kingdom
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An ornate cast brass standish featuring two cut-glass inkwells with matching metal lids and a central pen tray on a dark surface.
A 19th century brass standish
Ref: SA1185934
An ornate cast brass standish featuring two cut-glass inkwells with matching metal lids and a central pen tray on a dark surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBrass, Glass
  • ColourAntique Brass
  • MotifsFloral relief casting, Cut glass inkwells, Scroll handles, Pedestal feet
  • SizeH 13 cm (5 in) x W 41 cm (16 in) x D 21 cm (8 in)

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A standish is a portable desk accessory or tray used historically to hold writing equipment such as inkwells, sanders for drying ink, and pen holders.

Nineteenth-century standishes were commonly constructed from metals such as brass, bronze, or silver-plated alloys, frequently paired with cut glass or crystal inkwells.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit period-appropriate casting techniques, natural metal patination, hand-cut glass inkwells, and wear consistent with age and actual use.

This type of decorative object functions well as a focal point on an office desk, console table, or mantelpiece, blending historical texture into contemporary spaces.

Brass should be dusted gently with a soft cloth while preserving its natural patina, avoiding harsh chemical polishes that can strip historical surfaces, and glass inkwells can be washed with mild soapy water.
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