Antique Victorian late 19th century Stephenson stoneware ink bottle sealed full!
SKU: ODS1799
Antique Victorian late 19th century Stephenson stoneware ink bottle sealed full! This very decorative and rare ( full with original seal) ink bottle makes a great display piece - see pictures illustration only, for sale separately.
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some age related - wear see pictures
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18 cm tall
9 cm round at base
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These types of bottles were mass-produced and disposable packaging for ink during the Victorian era and early 20th century.
Stephens' ink was invented by Dr. Henry Stephens in 1832.
It was the first ready-mixed, indelible (non-fading) "blue-black writing fluid".
The British government mandated its use for all legal documents and ships' log books due to its permanence.
The ink revolutionized office life, which previously involved mixing powdered inks.
48,00£Pris
