A superb antique Victorian inkwell. Hand carved from solid fruitwood in England and dating from circa.1880. In good and solid condition with a couple of chips to the base and it is missing the glass liner. 11.5cms tall. 4 1/2 inches tall.
Physical Dimensions
Height
11.5cm (4.53")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration
Minerva Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the 1880s.
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA701910
Dealers Internal Reference
10530
Dealers Notes
All our pieces are restored to the highest standards before sale.
Structural restorations are carried out using traditional methods and materials.
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Description
A superb antique Victorian inkwell. Hand carved from solid fruitwood in England and dating from circa.1880. In good and solid condition with a couple of chips to the base and it is missing the glass liner. 11.5cms tall. 4 1/2 inches tall.
Physical Dimensions
Height
11.5cm (4.53")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture
Minerva Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the 1880s.
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