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Charming Antique Novelty Black Forest Inkwell - Dog C.1890
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Charming Antique Novelty Black Forest Inkwell - Dog C.1890

19th century
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A beautifully carved Black Forest inkwell dating to the late Victorian era, around 1890, retaining his two original glass eyes. The hinged lid opens to reveal the original ceramic ink chamber within. A real canine beauty in excellent condition. 5 1/4" x 2 3/4" x 4" tall.

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Puckerings has dated this Black Forest Dog Inkwell to the 1890s.

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A beautifully carved Black Forest inkwell dating to the late Victorian era, around 1890, retaining his two original glass eyes. The hinged lid opens to reveal the original ceramic ink chamber within. A real canine beauty in excellent condition. 5 1/4" x 2 3/4" x 4" tall.

Item ID:36985

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly from London, England

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Puckerings has dated this Black Forest Dog Inkwell to the 1890s.

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A carved wooden inkwell shaped as a resting dog with dark glass eyes and carved fur details.
Charming Antique Novelty Black Forest Inkwell - Dog c.1890
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Originating primarily in Switzerland during the 19th and early 20th centuries, Black Forest inkwells are hand-carved wooden desk accessories featuring realistic depictions of animals, nature, or folklore figures.

They were typically hand-carved from native hardwoods such as linden wood, walnut, or pear wood, often fitted with glass eyes and removable glass or brass ink inserts.

Authentic pieces feature detailed hand-carving showing subtle tool marks, natural patina, glass set eyes, and realistic anatomical proportions rather than modern uniform machine cuts.

Place the carving on a dark wood executive desk, inside an open bookcase, or on a mantelpiece alongside vintage books to add character to a library or study.

Dust gently with a soft microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the wood moisture and patina, avoiding direct heat sources or damp environments.
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