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19th Century Ashford Marble Inkwell and Stand
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19th Century Ashford Marble Inkwell and Stand

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A very fine example of a 19th century Ashford Marble inkstand with ring turned inkwell and cover with an acorn finial. The domed pietra base is inlaid with verde d'arno and other semi precious specimen stones. The black blackground is a perfect foil for the white periwinkle flowers and buds and subtle green of the leaves. It stands solidly on three bun type feet . The name Ashford marble is the name given to the dark limestone quarried near Ashford in the Water, Derbyshire. Once cut and polished, the shiny black surface resembles marble, though not a marble in the true geological sense. The marble gained popularity in the 19th Century and there was a thriving industry in Ashford producing souvenirs cut and inlaid with other decorative stones and minerals in the pietra dura manner.

This high quality antique inkstand would have been an essential item on a Victorian desk or writing table, Ashford Marble being very desirable and collected at this time for both its practical and aesthetic properties.

This decorative Ashford marble inkstand is a very attractive item to display or add to a collection.

c. 1880

Code: D1115

Diameter: 7" 18 cm

Overall height: 5.5 14 cm

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Hobson May Collection has dated this Ashford Marble Inkwell Stand to the 19th Century.

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A very fine example of a 19th century Ashford Marble inkstand with ring turned inkwell and cover with an acorn finial. The domed pietra base is inlaid with verde d'arno and other semi precious specimen stones.
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The black blackground is a perfect foil for the white periwinkle flowers and buds and subtle green of the leaves.
Hobson May Collection

It stands solidly on three bun type feet . The name Ashford marble is the name given to the dark limestone quarried near Ashford in the Water, Derbyshire. Once cut and polished, the shiny black surface resembles marble, though not a marble in the true geological sense. The marble gained popularity in the 19th Century and there was a thriving industry in Ashford producing souvenirs cut and inlaid with other decorative stones and minerals in the pietra dura manner.

fig 1. A circular black marble inkwell stand featuring detailed floral hardstone inlays and a central covered ink pot.
fig 1. 19th Century Ashford Marble Inkwell and Stand

This high quality antique inkstand would have been an essential item on a Victorian desk or writing table, Ashford Marble being very desirable and collected at this time for both its practical and aesthetic properties.

This decorative Ashford marble inkstand is a very attractive item to display or add to a collection.

c. 1880

Code: D1115

Diameter: 7" 18 cm

Overall height: 5.5 14 cm

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Hobson May Collection has dated this Ashford Marble Inkwell Stand to the 19th Century.

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SA1218352
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D1115
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Archive I A circular black marble inkwell stand featuring detailed floral hardstone inlays and a central covered ink pot.

19th Century Ashford Marble Inkwell and Stand

Archive II A circular black marble inkwell stand featuring detailed floral hardstone inlays and a central covered ink pot. View II
Archive III A circular black marble inkwell stand featuring detailed floral hardstone inlays and a central covered ink pot. View III
Archive IV A circular black marble inkwell stand featuring detailed floral hardstone inlays and a central covered ink pot. View IV
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A circular black marble inkwell stand featuring detailed floral hardstone inlays and a central covered ink pot.
19th Century Ashford Marble Inkwell and Stand
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A circular black marble inkwell stand featuring detailed floral hardstone inlays and a central covered ink pot.
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Ashford black marble is a fine-grained dark limestone quarried near Ashford-in-the-Water in Derbyshire, England. During the nineteenth century, local craftsmen inlaid this stone with coloured minerals and shell to create decorative objects inspired by Italian pietra dura techniques.

Craftsmen turned dark limestone on lathes to form circular bases and central vessels, cutting precise recessed patterns into the top surface. Coloured hardstones, marbles, and mother-of-pearl were hand-shaped to match these recesses and secured using specialist cements before final polishing.

Authentic pieces feature dense, deep-black limestone rather than slate or resin, displaying hand-cut hardstone inlays with fine seam lines. The underside typically shows faint lathe marks or natural stone veining, alongside gentle surface wear appropriate to historical desk accessories.

Place the inkwell on an executive writing desk or a dark wood console table alongside leather-bound books and brass desktop tools. Its dark tone and detailed floral motif serve as an accent piece in a study or library setting.

Wipe the surface gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth to remove dust. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners, acids, and excessive water, as these substances strip the polished surface finish, damage the limestone, or loosen delicate stone inlays.
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