Inkwell
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Henry L. Miller
MakerMade by
Unknown
Date1820-1850
MediumBlown colorless lead glass, pewter
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x diameter): 3 3/8in. (8.6cm)
ClassificationsGlassware
Credit LinePossibly bequeathed by George Dudley Seymour
DescriptionBlown colorless lead glass inkwell with a pewter cap. The glass portion of the inkwell consists of a low dome, with a flat bottom with a polished pontil mark in the center. A cylindrical pewter cap sits on top of the dome. The top of the cap flips up and attaches to the sides of the cap with a hinge in the back. The bottom edge of the glass has a ring of light scratches; the top of the lid is also scratched.
Object number1950.345.0
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