Inkwell
John Grinsell & Sons
Category
Ceramics
Date
1905
Materials
Glass and silver
Measurements
100 x 90 mm; 90 mm (Diameter)
Place of origin
Birmingham
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Dudmaston, Shropshire
NT 813509
Summary
Massive glass inkwell: square in shape with canted edges and geometric design cut on base. Silver mounts fitted with hinged cover with additional screw top. Odd inner ink reservoir.
Provenance
Dudmaston collection.
Marks and inscriptions
Stamped in Birmingham hall mark, maker's mar 'J.G and(?) S' date letter and standard mark.
Makers and roles
John Grinsell & Sons, silversmith