Add instant old-world character to any workspace with this stunning antique silverplate inkwell and tray.
Details:
• Era: Late Victorian to Edwardian, circa 1880–1910
• Material: Silverplate over base metal, likely copper or brass showing through in the patina. Weighted base.
• Design: Heavily ornate Rococo Revival style with acanthus scrolls, shell motifs, and floral repoussé. Horseshoe-shaped base with integrated pen rest. Square inkwell with hinged lid featuring lion mask/cherub detail.
• Condition: Beautiful antique patina with natural tarnish and wear. Shows age and use but no major damage visible. Inkwell insert intact.