Inkwell - Silverplate

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Constance Rousseau
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Master marquetry craftswoman with 4 years' expert experience. Trainee auctioneer at Sotheby's Paris.

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Description from the seller

English desk inkstand with two cut-crystal inkwells and a central candle holder – early 20th century

Elegant and refined English desk inkstand from the early years of the 20th century, made of silver-plated metal (EPNS) and composed of a substantial pierced tray, two cut-crystal inkwells with hinged lids decorated with floral motifs, and a central candle holder.

This type of object was intended for professional studies, representative offices, and the desks of noble homes, where it was used for correspondence and daily writing.

The tray features rich pierced decoration with sides shaped in a Victorian style, while the two cut-crystal inkwells offer a splendid transparency that enhances the elegance of the ensemble.

The piece retains all the charm of antique writing accessories and is today ideal as a collector’s item, decorative element, or furnishing accessory for studies, libraries, and classic interiors.

Dimensions
Length: 25.5 cm
Depth: 19.5 cm
Height: 12 cm

Weight
778 g

Material
EPNS (Electro Plated Nickel Silver)
Cut crystal

Conditions
Good overall condition, with normal signs of age and light wear to the plating compatible with the object's age. Crystals intact.

Please examine the photographs carefully, as they constitute an integral part of the description.

English desk inkstand with two cut-crystal inkwells and a central candle holder – early 20th century

Elegant and refined English desk inkstand from the early years of the 20th century, made of silver-plated metal (EPNS) and composed of a substantial pierced tray, two cut-crystal inkwells with hinged lids decorated with floral motifs, and a central candle holder.

This type of object was intended for professional studies, representative offices, and the desks of noble homes, where it was used for correspondence and daily writing.

The tray features rich pierced decoration with sides shaped in a Victorian style, while the two cut-crystal inkwells offer a splendid transparency that enhances the elegance of the ensemble.

The piece retains all the charm of antique writing accessories and is today ideal as a collector’s item, decorative element, or furnishing accessory for studies, libraries, and classic interiors.

Dimensions
Length: 25.5 cm
Depth: 19.5 cm
Height: 12 cm

Weight
778 g

Material
EPNS (Electro Plated Nickel Silver)
Cut crystal

Conditions
Good overall condition, with normal signs of age and light wear to the plating compatible with the object's age. Crystals intact.

Please examine the photographs carefully, as they constitute an integral part of the description.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Material
Silverplate
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
12 cm
Width
25.5 cm
Depth
19.5 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
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