Figure - Ink Blotter - .833 silver
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Selected by Chiara Scotto Pasanisi dei Foscarini
Holds master’s in art business and decorative arts; exhibited at TEFAF Maastricht.
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Description from the seller
Antique Solid Silver Ink Blotter – Desk Accessory with Wooden Base – 19th Century
Portugal assay mark (1887-1937), 833/000, and same date marker's mark.
Offered for sale is an elegant antique ink blotter, crafted in solid silver and dating from the 19th century.
The piece features a finely decorated silver top with intricate floral and scroll engravings, surmounted by a shaped handle, allowing for comfortable use. The curved base is fitted with the original wooden core, designed to hold blotting paper, making it both a functional and decorative writing accessory.
The design reflects classic European craftsmanship, combining practicality with refined ornamentation typical of the period.
Details:
Object: Ink blotter
Material: Solid silver with wooden base
Period: 19th century
Origin: Europe
Weight: 151g
Dimension: 11x7.0cm
Condition: Good overall condition, with light wear, minor surface marks and patina consistent with age; interior shows expected wear from use (please see photos)
A charming and authentic antique desk accessory, ideal for collectors or as a decorative addition to a writing desk.
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Antique Solid Silver Ink Blotter – Desk Accessory with Wooden Base – 19th Century
Portugal assay mark (1887-1937), 833/000, and same date marker's mark.
Offered for sale is an elegant antique ink blotter, crafted in solid silver and dating from the 19th century.
The piece features a finely decorated silver top with intricate floral and scroll engravings, surmounted by a shaped handle, allowing for comfortable use. The curved base is fitted with the original wooden core, designed to hold blotting paper, making it both a functional and decorative writing accessory.
The design reflects classic European craftsmanship, combining practicality with refined ornamentation typical of the period.
Details:
Object: Ink blotter
Material: Solid silver with wooden base
Period: 19th century
Origin: Europe
Weight: 151g
Dimension: 11x7.0cm
Condition: Good overall condition, with light wear, minor surface marks and patina consistent with age; interior shows expected wear from use (please see photos)
A charming and authentic antique desk accessory, ideal for collectors or as a decorative addition to a writing desk.
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
151 g
Silver type
.833 silver
Title
Ink Blotter
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
0 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
7 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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