Accession Number
2010/1.235

Title
Silver plated inkwell with curved handle

Artist(s)
Artist Unknown

Object Creation Date
1875-1975

Medium & Support
glass, metal

Dimensions
2 3/8 in. x 2 3/4 in. x 2 3/4 in. ( 6 cm x 7 cm x 7 cm )

Credit Line
Gift in loving memory of Donald Maxwell Robiner from his family

Subject matter
The sander held powdered gum sandarac, a fine sand which was sprinkled on unglazed paper to prevent smearing. The sand would be poured back once the ink was dry, ready for reuse.

Physical Description
This is a silver-plated sander with a s-shaped handle. It has a circular base that narrows at the top. The lid has a beaded decoration on the rim and small holes.

Primary Object Classification
Decorative Arts

Primary Object Type
silver

Rights
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Keywords
handles