Jesson, Birkett & Co copper inkstand
Description
A copper inkstand made by Jesson, Birkett & Co, circa 1905.
This well known design by Jesson, Birkett & Co also appeared in their catalogue. Design “R 682A” is quite simple with riveted construction and a planished lid. It would originally have had a glass inkwell inside.
This piece is not marked although it has remnants of a paper label to the underside. This is a lovely example of this particular design with a very delicately hand planished lid.
Details
Dimensions: Just under 4 1/2″ in diameter at widest point and just under 3″ tall
Condition: Good – some very minor scratches and darker spots. Recently polished and missing its original glass inkwell
Price: £120