Silver - 19th October 2005

Lot 866

An early Queen Anne inkstand of dished oblong outline on four turned feet fitted with two...

Estimate £2,000 - £2,500 | Hammer £2800

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Description

An early Queen Anne inkstand of dished oblong outline on four turned feet fitted with two cylindrical receivers, one for pounce and one four ink and a central bell, scratchweight "54-3", by John Goode, London 1702 (the bell unmarked and perhaps associated and not matching), 11.25in (28.5cm) wide overall, 51oz. Bearing: Each piece inscribed with Fauconberg & Comyers inventory Nos.