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A charming 18th century brass standish, probably English, the oval tray with paw feet and a gallery enclosing a sander … Read more A charming 18th century brass standish, probably English, the oval tray with paw feet and a gallery enclosing a sander on the left, a central candlestick in the center and an inkwell on the right and a free floating bell to ring for the servant. All of the central pieces are fixed to the tray with hand-wrought bolts on the underside. Standishes were popular and vital writing implements from the 16th to the 19th centuries. A standish and a quill pen were found on every desk and in every library. A beautiful little survivor. See less
- Dimensions
- 7.5ʺW × 5ʺD × 4.5ʺH
- Period
- 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brass
- Condition Notes
- Good condition, Some minor dings commensurate with age and use. Good condition, Some minor dings commensurate with age and use. less
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