Lot 503 , A Victorian novelty silver mounted ebonised inkstand, modelled as an apple & pear and rustic taperstick,

A Victorian novelty silver mounted ebonised kidney shaped inkstand, modelled as an apple & pear and rustic taperstick, by Daniel & Charles Houle, London, 1874, 16.5cm.
Estimate £200-300

164g gross
There is a shield engraved with initials on the front. Apple and pear are inkwells, both have liners with very minor chips around the rim. The apple has several dents, both apple and pear have some minor pitting. The other silver parts have tarnish and minor signs of wear. The wood has some minor scratches, dings etc.


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Sold for £320