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Jarrold & Sons Glazed Pottery Williams’ Inkwell C1900
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Jarrold & Sons Glazed Pottery Williams’ Inkwell C1900

1900 - 1920
Description

This VICTORIAN highly-glazed pottery, possibly Jackfield, Desktop Inkwell, is stamped WILLIAMS’S INK POT and bears the Design Registration Number 331808.

It is also stamped with the Retailer’s details - JARROLD & SONS LTD, STATIONERS, LONDON, NORWICH, YARMOUTH, CROMER, SHERINGHAM.

A lovely piece of social history with just minor grazes.

Height: 4 inches (10 cm)

Diameter: 3.5 inches (9 cm)

Express delivery within the UK is included. Please email for Overseas Shipping costs.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Declaration

Shaun King Antiques has dated this Black Glazed Pottery Inkwell to the 1900s.

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SA1241852
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Description
This VICTORIAN highly-glazed pottery, possibly Jackfield, Desktop Inkwell, is stamped WILLIAMS’S INK POT and bears the Design Registration Number 331808.
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It is also stamped with the Retailer’s details - JARROLD & SONS LTD, STATIONERS, LONDON, NORWICH, YARMOUTH, CROMER, SHERINGHAM.
Shaun King Antiques

A lovely piece of social history with just minor grazes.

Height: 4 inches (10 cm)

Diameter: 3.5 inches (9 cm)

Express delivery within the UK is included. Please email for Overseas Shipping costs.

Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Date of Manufacture

Shaun King Antiques has dated this Black Glazed Pottery Inkwell to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1241852
Shaun King Antiques
Shaun King Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

Third generation antiques dealer selling a wide range of large and small antiques pre 1920.

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A domed black glazed pottery inkwell decorated with gilded concentric bands and transfer-printed lettering reading Jarrold and Sons Stationers.
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Archive I A domed black glazed pottery inkwell decorated with gilded concentric bands and transfer-printed lettering reading Jarrold and Sons Stationers.

Jarrold & Sons Glazed Pottery Williams’ Inkwell C1900

Archive II A domed black glazed pottery inkwell decorated with gilded concentric bands and transfer-printed lettering reading Jarrold and Sons Stationers. View II
Archive III A domed black glazed pottery inkwell decorated with gilded concentric bands and transfer-printed lettering reading Jarrold and Sons Stationers. View III
Archive IV A domed black glazed pottery inkwell decorated with gilded concentric bands and transfer-printed lettering reading Jarrold and Sons Stationers. View IV
Archive V A domed black glazed pottery inkwell decorated with gilded concentric bands and transfer-printed lettering reading Jarrold and Sons Stationers. View V
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A domed black glazed pottery inkwell decorated with gilded concentric bands and transfer-printed lettering reading Jarrold and Sons Stationers.
JARROLD & SONS GLAZED POTTERY WILLIAMS’ INKWELL c1900
Ref: SA1241852
A domed black glazed pottery inkwell decorated with gilded concentric bands and transfer-printed lettering reading Jarrold and Sons Stationers.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectInkwells
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialEarthenware, Glaze
  • ColourBlack, Gold
  • MotifsStepped domed cap, Gilded concentric lines, Transfer-printed typography, Moulded base
  • SizeH 10 cm (4 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

FAQs

During the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, commercial stationers and ink manufacturers commissioned custom glazed ceramic inkwells to market their brands. These durable vessels held liquid ink on office desks prior to the widespread adoption of fountain pens.

Commercial inkwells were predominantly slip-cast from heavy earthenware or stoneware and finished with a dark protective glaze. Decorative branding and lettering were applied using transfer printing or metallic gilding prior to final firing.

Authentic pieces feature dense earthenware construction, age-appropriate wear to the base, and clear transfer-printed maker or stationer details. The presence of crisp gilding and original fitted stoppers further helps verify age and origin.

A dark ceramic inkwell creates refined visual contrast when positioned on an office desk, mantelpiece, or bookshelf alongside leather-bound volumes and metallic accents. It functions as a compact decorative object that introduces historical texture.

Dust the ceramic surface gently with a soft microfibre cloth to prevent wear to delicate gold transfer lettering. Avoid submerging the piece in water or applying abrasive chemical solvents.
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