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George III Silver and Ebony Inkstand
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George III Silver and Ebony Inkstand

18th century
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An unusal George III silver mounted inkstand by Thomas Daniell, featuring four pounce pots and inkwells with silver mounts, mounted on Bristol blue and clear cut faceted glass bodies. Standing on ebony stand with silver carrying handle. With engraved dedication to William Gomm (1747-1831), Rector of Bramdean, Hants and Elizabeth Gomm.

All pieces hallmarked with lion passant and makers mark.

The glass bottles have sustained wear and tear from the passage of time, with chips and knocks as illustrated, however the whole piece presents very well.

Declaration

William Rand Antiques has dated this George III Silver Inkstand to the Georgian era.

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SA1225880
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An unusal George III silver mounted inkstand by Thomas Daniell, featuring four pounce pots and inkwells with silver mounts, mounted on Bristol blue and clear cut faceted glass bodies. Standing on ebony stand with silver carrying handle. With engraved dedication to William Gomm (1747-1831), Rector of Bramdean, Hants and Elizabeth Gomm.
fig 1. An oval ebony tray holding four diamond-cut glass pots with pierced sterling silver lids and a central silver loop handle.
fig 1. George III Silver and Ebony Inkstand

All pieces hallmarked with lion passant and makers mark.

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The glass bottles have sustained wear and tear from the passage of time, with chips and knocks as illustrated, however the whole piece presents very well.
William Rand Antiques
Date of Manufacture

William Rand Antiques has dated this George III Silver Inkstand to the Georgian era.

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Archive I An oval ebony tray holding four diamond-cut glass pots with pierced sterling silver lids and a central silver loop handle.

George III Silver and Ebony Inkstand

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William Rand Antiques

William Rand Antiques
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3 Water Street
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IM8 1JP
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William Rand Antiques
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An oval ebony tray holding four diamond-cut glass pots with pierced sterling silver lids and a central silver loop handle.
George III Silver and Ebony Inkstand
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An oval ebony tray holding four diamond-cut glass pots with pierced sterling silver lids and a central silver loop handle.
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  • ObjectInkstands
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Cut Glass, Ebony
  • ColourSilver and Black
  • MotifsDiamond cut glass, Pierced silver lids, Central loop handle, Reeded ebony base

This Georgian gentleman's library inkstand combines sterling silver, cut glass, and ebony materials in silver and black colours. An oval reeded ebony base holds four faceted cut glass pots, comprising two clear and two Bristol blue bodies, each fitted with pierced sterling silver lids and mounts. A central silver loop handle rises from the stand, terminating in a decorative crown finial. Hallmarks including the lion passant and maker's mark appear on the silver elements, while the glass bottles show wear and tear including chips and knocks from age. The piece measures 20 cm in width by 15 cm in depth and 22 cm in height. This item serves as a functional and decorative desk accessory for an office desk, study, or library setting.

FAQs

A George III silver inkstand is an 18th to early 19th-century desk accessory crafted in Great Britain, typically featuring silver-mounted glass vessels held within a wooden or silver tray for desktop correspondence.

Georgian inkstands were commonly constructed using hallmarked sterling silver, turned ebony or rosewood bases, and hand-cut lead crystal or cobalt glass pots.

Authentic British silver pieces feature hallmarks including the monarchs head mark, makers mark, date letter, lion passant for sterling purity, and town mark stamped onto the silver components.

Position the inkstand on an executive writing desk, study bookcase shelf, or sideboard top to add historic texture and refined craftsmanship to a modern working environment.

Polish the silver components using a dry soft cloth and specialist silver cleaner while protecting the wooden base, which requires gentle dusting and periodic natural beeswax application.
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