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Quality Antique Solid Silver Ink Well and Tray by Robert Pringle
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Quality Antique Solid Silver Ink Well and Tray by Robert Pringle

1900 - 1920
Sold 20 February 2025 · Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
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Description

Antique Solid Silver ink well and tray, having a square glass ink well with a solid silver lid, sitting on a solid silver oval shaped tray with a moulded edge raised on reeded tapering feet.

London, maker Robert Pringle.

D. 1902

Physical Dimensions
Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Declaration

Unique Antiques by Emma Jade has dated this Silver Inkwell and Stand to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA949531
Dealers Internal Reference
383
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Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

Description
Antique Solid Silver ink well and tray, having a square glass ink well with a solid silver lid, sitting on a solid silver oval shaped tray with a moulded edge raised on reeded tapering feet.

London, maker Robert Pringle.

D. 1902

Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Date of Manufacture

Unique Antiques by Emma Jade has dated this Silver Inkwell and Stand to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA949531
Dealers Internal Ref
383
Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
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A silver inkstand featuring an elongated tray on four feet with a central cut-glass inkwell with a silver lid.
Quality antique solid silver ink well and tray by Robert Pringle
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A silver inkstand featuring an elongated tray on four feet with a central cut-glass inkwell with a silver lid.
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Glass
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsHinged lid, Scalloped rim, Cut glass reservoir, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 6 cm (2 in) x W 18 cm (7 in) x D 9.5 cm (4 in)

Silver inkwells and inkstands were essential desk accessories during the 18th and 19th centuries, used primarily for holding liquid ink and writing implements before the invention of the fountain pen.

These desk pieces typically combine sterling silver trays or mounts with cut glass or crystal ink containers, often featuring metal collars and hinged lids.

Authentic pieces usually bear clear silver hallmarks indicating the assay office, makers mark, and date letter, stamped directly onto the silver components.

This piece works well as a decorative desk accent or displayed on a bookshelf, adding metallic sheen and historical character to a home office.

Preserve silver items by cleaning them gently with a specialized silver cloth to remove tarnish, avoiding harsh abrasive chemicals that can damage the metal and glass.
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