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A Superb Victorian Silver Rocking Blotter
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A Superb Victorian Silver Rocking Blotter

19th century
Sold 3 October 2024 · Jeff Sims Antiques
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Description

A superb silver desk 'rocking' blotter from the last quarter of the Victorian period. This handsome example has a silver body, decorated in snakeskin pattern and a large wrythen form handle. The sides are ebony and the paper blotter is removable for replacement purposes. An attractive and desirable piece, with a practical use. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing :- £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£26.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable. Partial loss to the Maker's mark.

Date :- Birmingham 1889.

Maker :- Levi & Salaman.

Width :- 11.5 cms.

Depth :- 7 cms.

Height :- 7 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Silver Rocking Blotter to the 1890s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1096371
Dealers Internal Reference
13532
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Description
A superb silver desk 'rocking' blotter from the last quarter of the Victorian period.
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This handsome example has a silver body, decorated in snakeskin pattern and a large wrythen form handle.
Jeff Sims Antiques

The sides are ebony and the paper blotter is removable for replacement purposes. An attractive and desirable piece, with a practical use. Dimensions below.

fig 1. An antique silver rocking ink blotter featuring textured embossing and a central fluted handle.
fig 1. A Superb Victorian Silver Rocking Blotter

Postage and packing :- £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£26.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable. Partial loss to the Maker's mark.

Date :- Birmingham 1889.

Maker :- Levi & Salaman.

Width :- 11.5 cms.

Depth :- 7 cms.

Height :- 7 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Silver Rocking Blotter to the 1890s.

Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1096371
Dealers Internal Ref
13532
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

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An antique silver rocking ink blotter featuring textured embossing and a central fluted handle.
A superb Victorian silver rocking blotter
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An antique silver rocking ink blotter featuring textured embossing and a central fluted handle.
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsTextured pebbled surface, Fluted knob handle, Curved rocking base
  • SizeH 7 cm (3 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Rocking blotters became popular during the 19th century as a functional desktop accessory used to absorb excess wet ink from handwritten documents before the widespread adoption of ballpoint pens and quick-drying inks.

These pieces were typically crafted using sterling silver, plated metals, or wood bases, often combined with textured paper or blotting fabric secured via a curved rocking mechanism designed for smooth movement across paper.

Authenticity is verified by examining hallmarks indicating the assay office, metal purity, and makers mark, alongside natural signs of age such as minor surface patination and wear on the functional blotting surface.

Placed on a home office desk, console table, or library bookshelf, it adds a touch of historical character and refined metallic texture while serving as a functional paperweight or display object.

Preservation requires regular dusting with a soft microfibre cloth and occasional careful polishing with a non-abrasive silver cleaner to prevent tarnish accumulation without removing the underlying metal.
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