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Dolphin Inkstand

19th century
Sold 19 March 2025 · Shackladys Antiques
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Description

Ram Horn and Silver Plate Dolphin Inkwell, bearing a pair of ram's horns, mounted with plated dolphin mounts, the tail suspending a bell, the beater for which is on mounts to the front near the pen well. All raised up on oak base with a central drawer fitted with knob handle.

Dimensions

Height 13.5 Inches

Length 17 Inches

width 14 Inches

Date of Manufacture

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Inkstand to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Reference Numbers
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SA899956
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Description
Ram Horn and Silver Plate Dolphin Inkwell, bearing a pair of ram's horns, mounted with plated dolphin mounts, the tail suspending a bell, the beater for which is on mounts to the front near the pen well. All raised up on oak base with a central drawer fitted with knob handle.

Dimensions

Height 13.5 Inches

Length 17 Inches

width 14 Inches

Date of Manufacture

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Inkstand to the 19th Century.

Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Reference Numbers
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SA899956
Shackladys Antiques
Shackladys Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010
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Shackladys Antiques

Shackladys Antiques
Telephone 01244 316 394 or 07769 200 346
Location
34 Spital Walk
Boughton
Chester
CH3 5DB
United Kingdom
By appointment only
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Verified Since Jan 2010
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Shackladys Antiques
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An antique silver and horn inkstand featuring a mounted bell and fish motifs set upon an oak wooden base.
Dolphin Inkstand
Ref: SA899956
An antique silver and horn inkstand featuring a mounted bell and fish motifs set upon an oak wooden base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialSilver, Horn, Oak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsDolphin and fish motifs, Curved ram horn, Integrated call bell, Fitted wooden drawer base
  • SizeH 34 cm (13 in) x W 43 cm (17 in) x D 36 cm (14 in)

FAQs

An inkstand, or inkwell stand, is a desktop accessory designed to hold writing ink, pens, and blotting sand. They reached the height of their popularity during the 18th and 19th centuries when handwritten correspondence was a daily necessity.

Fine inkstands were typically crafted from precious metals such as sterling silver, alongside fitted glass inkwells, and often incorporated organic materials like horn, tortoise-shell, exotic hardwoods, or porcelain.

Authentic period pieces feature hallmarks on silver components, consistent hand-craftsmanship, appropriate wear patterns around the ink openings, and natural ageing of organic elements such as horn and wood.

An antique inkstand serves as a focal point on a study desk, library bookshelf, or mantelpiece, providing textural contrast and a sense of historical narrative when paired with minimalist modern furnishings.

Silver components should be cleaned sparingly with a non-abrasive silver cloth to preserve hallmarks and patina, while horn elements must be kept away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity to prevent drying and cracking.
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