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Pair Of 20th Century Victorian Solid Silver Grotesque Inkwells, London c.1880

$7,083.95
£5,195
€6,032.38
CA$9,761.34
A$10,730.09
CHF 5,633.25
MX$127,588.51
NOK 72,343.70
SEK 65,897.29
DKK 45,071.55

About the Item

Antique 19th Century Victorian pair of solid silver inkwells, crafted in a grotesque style reminiscent of a demon wearing a carnival mask, ears modelled as quill rests, these inkwells are the work of two different silversmiths, created in different years yet perfectly matching. Each features a removable glass liner concealed beneath the lid. Hallmarked English Silver (925 standard), London, year 1880 1884 (E I) Makers mark DHCH (Daniel Charles Houle) WG (William Gwillim). CONDITION In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs. SIZE Height: 7 cm // 2.76 in Width: 7 cm // 2.76 in Depth: 7 cm // 2.76 in Combined weight: 480g
  • Creator:
    Daniel Charles Houle (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.76 in (7 cm)Width: 2.76 in (7 cm)Depth: 2.76 in (7 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Silver
  • Place of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs.
  • Seller Location:
    Royal Tunbridge Wells, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A103081stDibs: LU1348241193522

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