Inkwell

1820-1850

Measurements

1-1/2 in x 2-5/8 in (dia)

Materials

Pewter, non-lead glass (liner)

Credit Line

Historic Odessa Foundation, gift of H. Rodney Sharp

Accession Number

1959.3802

Inscription

A partial “jelly” label with “36-5” in ink remains pasted to the outside bottom.  It likely was added by a collector to link the object with information.

Condition Notes

The rim of the inkwell has a few small dents in it.  The outside of the ink well is worn and scratched.

Provenance

Ex coll. H. Rodney Sharp

Comments

The round inkwell has S shaped sides and three scored rings around the center.  The top has four holes for pens.  A large hole in the center holds a glass liner for ink.  The line is made of blown glass that has a green tint, a natural color.