Art Deco Onyx, Malachite and Sterling Silver Inkwell by John Griffith & Sons

Name: Art Deco Onyx, Malachite and Sterling Silver Inkwell by John Griffith & Sons
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA508737
Availability: SoldOut

1920 - 1940

Sold by Puckerings

Description

A stunning desk-top inkwell made from a solid piece of Onyx stone standing on four brass ball feet. In turn, the Onyx is decorated with stripes of beautiful Malachite, a striking combination.

The hinge and trim to the inkwell and lid are made from English sterling silver signed by John Griffith and Sons, unusually for English silver it is marked "Sterling". This silversmith were one of the only silversmiths who marked some of their items with 'Sterling Silver' instead of having them hallmarked.

The inside of the inkwell reveals a removable glass ink chamber. Excellent condition dating to c.1930 measuring 4 3/8" x 3 1/2" x 3 1/4" tall.

Item ID:39678

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Physical Dimensions

Height

8cm (3.15")

Width

11cm (4.33")

Depth

8cm (3.15")

Declaration

Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA508737

Dealers Internal Reference

39678

Dealers Notes

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Description

A stunning desk-top inkwell made from a solid piece of Onyx stone standing on four brass ball feet. In turn, the Onyx is decorated with stripes of beautiful Malachite, a striking combination.

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The hinge and trim to the inkwell and lid are made from English sterling silver signed by John Griffith and Sons, unusually for English silver it is marked "Sterling".

Puckerings

This silversmith were one of the only silversmiths who marked some of their items with 'Sterling Silver' instead of having them hallmarked.