Originating in the 17th Century, when they were known as a ‘standish’, the silver ink stand is an essential item for any writing desk. 18th Century examples are often formed as a stand with three silver pots, one for ink, one for shot which was used to sharpen the quill, and one for pounce, used to dry the ink after writing. Later examples can be found with additional accessories such as bells to summon servants, stamp holders, and taper sticks for sealing wax. Novelty designs, ink stands made by collectible silversmiths, and early examples are all highly sought after today.
Hallmarked In 1916
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1916 by Mappin & Webb, this handsome, George V, Antique Sterling Silver Ink Stand, features a cut glass body and a Sterling Silver mount. The ink stand measures 2.25"(6cm) tall, by 2.75"(7cm) wide and deep.
£345
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Hallmarked In 1910
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1910 by John Grinsell & Sons, this handsome, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver and Glass Ink Stand, is elegant in design, with a shaped glass body, and a scalloped edge silver lid. The ink stand measures 3.75"(9.5cm) tall, by 4.25"(11cm) wide, by 4.25"(11cm) deep.
£645
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Hallmarked In 1921
Hallmarked in London in 1921 by Henry Griffith & Sons Ltd., this very handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Ink Stand, is in the Art Deco taste, and is made from Alabaster with silver mounts. The ink stand measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 3.75"(9.5cm) wide and deep.
£765
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Hallmarked In 1904
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1904 by James Dixon & Sons, this very stylish, Antique Sterling Silver Ink Stand, is in the rivet design more often seen in candlesticks of this period. The ink stand measures 2.25"(5.5cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) wide and deep.
£975
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Hallmarked In 1901
Hallmarked in London in 1901 by Ernest Damant, this striking, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Ink Stand, features shaped and pierced gallery borders, and two glass ink wells with silver mounts. The ink stand measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 7.25"(18.5cm) wide, by 3.5"(9cm) deep.
£975
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Hallmarked In 1912
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1912 by John Grinsell & Sons, this handsome, Edwardian, Antique Glass & Sterling Silver Ink Well, has a pocket watch in the lid, and a shaped glass body. The ink stand measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 3.25"(8cm) wide, by 3.25"(8cm) deep.
£1,395
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Hallmarked In 1893
Hallmarked in London in 1893 by John Newton Mappin, this attractive, large, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Ink Stand, features swirled fluted glass, and an ornately decorated lid and stand. The ink stand measures 7.5"(19cm) tall, by 7.5"(19cm) wide and deep.
£1,475
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Hallmarked In 1908
Hallmarked in London in 1908 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., this stylish, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Ink Stand, is plain in design, and features reed borders and 2 pots for ink. The ink stand measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 12.25"(31cm) wide, by 9"(22.5cm) deep, and weighs 42.5 troy ounces.
£1,795
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Hallmarked In 1846
Hallmarked in London in 1846 by Charles & George Fox, this charming, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Ink Stand, features an ornate scroll border, decorative feet, and naturalistic design ink pots and chamberstick. The ink stand measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 11.5"(29cm) wide, by 7"(18cm) deep, and the silver weighs 18.8 troy ounces.
£1,975
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Hallmarked In 1874
Hallmarked in London in 1874 by Daniel & Charles Houle, this very unusual, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Ink Stand, has a shaped wooden base with applied silver leaf decoration and vacant cartouche, an apple and a pear shaped ink well, and a central pen holder resembling acanthus leaves. The inkstand measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 6.75"(17cm) wide, by 4"(10cm) deep.
£2,175
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Hallmarked In 1845
Hallmarked in London in 1845 by Samuel Smily, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Ink Stand, features pierced and engraved gallery sides, two cut glass ink wells with silver lids, and an engraved crest to one side. The ink stand measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 8.5"(21.5cm) wide, by 5"(12.5cm) deep, and the silver weight is 18.6 troy ounces.
£2,475
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Hallmarked In 1873
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1873 by Hirons, Plante & Co., this striking, Antique, Sterling Silver Ink Stand, is in the Egyptian Revival taste, featuring a cast model of a sphinx to the centre, 2 glass ink pots and engraved decoration throughout. The ink stand measures 5"(12.5cm) tall, by 10.5"(27cm) wide, by 6"(15cm) deep and the silver weighs 34.5 troy ounces.
£2,675
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Hallmarked In 1798
Hallmarked in London in 1798 by Henry Greenway, this handsome, George III, Antique, Sterling Silver Ink Stand, is plain in style, and features 2 glass bottles for ink and pounce, and a silver box to the centre. The ink stand measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 9"(23cm) wide, by 5.5"(14cm) deep, and the silver weighs 17.5 troy ounces.
£2,975
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Hallmarked In 1900
Hallmarked in London in 1900 by William Hutton & Sons, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Ink Stand, features a shared and pierced gallery style border, and two cut glass ink wells with silver mounts. The ink stand measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 13.5"(34.5cm) wide, by 8.25"(21cm) deep.
£3,275
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Hallmarked In 1910
Hallmarked in London in 1910 by Samuel Jacob, this incredible Antique Sterling Silver & Shagreen Desk Set, comprises a pair of candlesticks, an ink stand and a pen tray, all featuring Neoclassical revival silver decoration. Each candlestick measures 5.75"(14.5cm) tall, by 2.75"(7cm) wide and deep, the ink stand measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 4.25"(11cm) wide and deep, and the pen tray measures 8.75"(22.5cm) wide, by 3.5"(9cm) deep.
£5,975
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Hallmarked In 1908
Hallmarked in London in 1908 by Garrard & Co., this monumental Antique, Sterling Silver Ink Stand, is the epitome of Egyptian Revival taste, richly decorated with geometric patterns and Egyptian Motifs throughout. The central storage box is topped with a cast and incredibly detailed model of the sphinx, engraved with a scarab beetle pendant. The ink stand measures 8.5"(22cm) tall, by 18.5"(47cm) wide, by 9.75"(25cm) deep, and weighs an astonishing 110.8 troy ounces.
£14,975
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