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Inkstand

mid-19th century · Pewter

From the collection of Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

About this work

Cylindrical inkstand divided into three parts consisting of removeable wedge-shaped sand caster with pierced top; wedge-shaped compartment with fitted, knoped lid; semi-circular inkwell with hinged dome cover; rim with semi-circular flange having three holes.

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum’s own description

Subjects

Metalwork Decorative arts Inkstands

Credit lineInkstand. mid-19th century. Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, Gift of Mrs. William H. Bliss. CC0.

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