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Magnificent Carved Black Forest Inkwell / Pen Stand C.1890
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Magnificent Carved Black Forest Inkwell / Pen Stand C.1890

19th century
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A truly magnificent and very handsome hand-carved figural / novelty inkwell in the form of a dog, beautifully executed, this is a lovely quality example, the type we are always happy to find.

On the underside you can see the little carved-out square, this is where the wood would have been attached to a pole while being carved and plugged by the artist on completion.

The carving is sharp and intricate including a little bow around his neck and the lovely board around his neck with pegs to hold two pens.

(pen for photographic purposes only).

The hinged lid lifts to reveal a removable glass ink chamber.

The front leg out flat looks to have been repaired, this is always the the vulnerable area, the carving is not quite as intricate here.

There are two lovely expressive glass eyes intact.

Lovely condition dating to c.1890. An impressive size measuring 10 1/4" x 4 1/4" x 7" tall.

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ITEM ID 41319

Physical Dimensions
Height
17.8cm (7.01")
Width
26.4cm (10.39")
Depth
10.8cm (4.25")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA665098
Dealers Internal Reference
41319
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Description
A truly magnificent and very handsome hand-carved figural / novelty inkwell in the form of a dog, beautifully executed, this is a lovely quality example, the type we are always happy to find.
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On the underside you can see the little carved-out square, this is where the wood would have been attached to a pole while being carved and plugged by the artist on completion.
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fig 1. A nineteenth-century dark brown hand-carved wooden inkwell and pen rest sculpted in the form of a recumbent dog holding a pen rack in its front paws.
fig 1. Magnificent Carved Black Forest Inkwell / Pen Stand C.1890

The carving is sharp and intricate including a little bow around his neck and the lovely board around his neck with pegs to hold two pens.

(pen for photographic purposes only).

The hinged lid lifts to reveal a removable glass ink chamber.

fig 2. A nineteenth-century dark brown hand-carved wooden inkwell and pen rest sculpted in the form of a recumbent dog holding a pen rack in its front paws.
fig 2. Magnificent Carved Black Forest Inkwell / Pen Stand C.1890

The front leg out flat looks to have been repaired, this is always the the vulnerable area, the carving is not quite as intricate here.

There are two lovely expressive glass eyes intact.

Lovely condition dating to c.1890. An impressive size measuring 10 1/4" x 4 1/4" x 7" tall.

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England

ITEM ID 41319

Height
17.8cm (7.01")
Width
26.4cm (10.39")
Depth
10.8cm (4.25")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA665098
Dealers Internal Ref
41319
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Archive I A nineteenth-century dark brown hand-carved wooden inkwell and pen rest sculpted in the form of a recumbent dog holding a pen rack in its front paws.

Magnificent Carved Black Forest Inkwell / Pen Stand C.1890

Archive II A nineteenth-century dark brown hand-carved wooden inkwell and pen rest sculpted in the form of a recumbent dog holding a pen rack in its front paws. View II
Archive III A nineteenth-century dark brown hand-carved wooden inkwell and pen rest sculpted in the form of a recumbent dog holding a pen rack in its front paws. View III
Archive IV A nineteenth-century dark brown hand-carved wooden inkwell and pen rest sculpted in the form of a recumbent dog holding a pen rack in its front paws. View IV
Archive V A nineteenth-century dark brown hand-carved wooden inkwell and pen rest sculpted in the form of a recumbent dog holding a pen rack in its front paws. View V
Archive VI A nineteenth-century dark brown hand-carved wooden inkwell and pen rest sculpted in the form of a recumbent dog holding a pen rack in its front paws. View VI
Archive VII A nineteenth-century dark brown hand-carved wooden inkwell and pen rest sculpted in the form of a recumbent dog holding a pen rack in its front paws. View VII
Archive VIII A nineteenth-century dark brown hand-carved wooden inkwell and pen rest sculpted in the form of a recumbent dog holding a pen rack in its front paws. View VIII
Archive IX A nineteenth-century dark brown hand-carved wooden inkwell and pen rest sculpted in the form of a recumbent dog holding a pen rack in its front paws. View IX
Archive X A nineteenth-century dark brown hand-carved wooden inkwell and pen rest sculpted in the form of a recumbent dog holding a pen rack in its front paws. View X
Archive XI A nineteenth-century dark brown hand-carved wooden inkwell and pen rest sculpted in the form of a recumbent dog holding a pen rack in its front paws. View XI
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A nineteenth-century dark brown hand-carved wooden inkwell and pen rest sculpted in the form of a recumbent dog holding a pen rack in its front paws.
Magnificent Carved Black Forest Inkwell / Pen Stand c.1890
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A nineteenth-century dark brown hand-carved wooden inkwell and pen rest sculpted in the form of a recumbent dog holding a pen rack in its front paws.
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Black Forest carvings originated predominantly in Brienz, Switzerland, during the nineteenth century, becoming coveted decorative items and desk accessories throughout the Victorian era for their realistic depictions of animals and nature.

Craftsmen typically carved these items from local European hardwoods such as lime wood, walnut, or pear wood, frequently incorporating fitted glass liners and hand-carved detail work.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-carving depth, naturalistic anatomical details, original dark patination in recessed areas, and smooth, age-appropriate handling wear along the edges and base.

Position the item on a home office desk, bookshelf, or console table alongside leather-bound volumes and brass accessories to add historical texture to a room.

Dust regularly using a soft, dry natural-bristle brush to reach carved crevices, and occasionally apply a clear beeswax polish while avoiding water, harsh chemicals, or direct heat sources.
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