Sterling Silver Gilt Victorian Inkstand London 1847 Robert Hennell

£ 5,750.00

A very rare and stylish naturalistic inkstand in the form of a leaf above which sits a bell in the form of a pear, quill compartment in the form of an apple and an ink compartment in the form of a pomegranate.

 

Description

A very rare and stylish naturalistic inkstand in the form of a leaf above which sits a bell in the form of a pear, quill compartment in the form of an apple and an ink compartment in the form of a pomegranate. The center of the inkstand has bark style taper stick with quill holder and a removable sconce and snuffer. The inkstand sits on three feet and is a fabulous piece of craftsmanship.

 

 

Weight: 23 troy ounces/732 grams

Length: 9 inches/23cm

Width: 8 inches/20cm

Condition: Excellent throughout. Every piece beautifully hallmarked. Gilding elegantly time aged.

 

Price: £5750