Edwardian Mappin & Webb 2-Chamber Sterling Silver Inkwell or Desk Standish

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Description

A fine English sterling silver inkwell.

In the Edwardian style.

With notched corners to the base for pens, a sloped … Read more A fine English sterling silver inkwell.

In the Edwardian style.

With notched corners to the base for pens, a sloped pedestal center that supports two gilt inkwell chambers and a hinged lid with engine-turned decoration.

The inkwell is cement filled adding extra stability.

Simply an exceptional inkwell!

Date:
1910

Overall Condition:
It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition.

Condition Details:
There are some spots of persistent tarnish, some visible surface scratches, light dings and indents, a small smile to the hinged lid (meaning it doesnt sit entirely flush), and some light edge wear. Otherwise, there are some very fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.

Maker:
Mappin & Webb

Marks:
Hallmarked for Mappin & Webb, Birmingham, Sterling Silver, 1910

Measurements:
Length: ca. 8 in.
Height: ca. 2 3/4 in.
Width: ca. 4 1/4 in.

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