Sterling Silver Inkwell by Omar Ramsden, Arts and Crafts Style, Antique George

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Sterling Silver Inkwell by Omar Ramsden, Arts and Crafts Style, Antique George

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An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver inkwell made by Omar Ramsden in the Arts and Crafts style; an addition to our diverse ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional antique George V sterling silver inkwell has a plain circular rounded form. The body of this impressive Omar Ramsden silver inkwell is plain and encircled with an impressive applied interlacing border accented with five-lobed rose motifs, all in the Arts and Crafts style. This antique inkwell is fitted with a hallmarked cover ornamented with further applied interlacing decoration encircling a central and large Tudor rose design to the domed portion. The hinged cover opens to reveal the removable clear glass ink liner. This inkwell is supported by four impressive Arts and Crafts style feet. This antique inkwell has a weighted base and features the original leatherette to the underside. This exceptional inkwell was crafted by the collectable and renowned Arts and Crafts silversmith Omar Ramsden and bears the Latin engraving ‘Omar Ramsden Me Fecit’ - Omar Ramsden made me to the underside. The Tudor rose, also known as the Union rose, is a traditional heraldic emblem pertaining to England. The conjoined design of the red rose (House of Lancaster) with the white rose (House of York) to the centre was created by Henry VII in the late 15th century as unification of the two houses after his marriage to Elizabeth of York. This addition mark was used by Ramsden after the partnership of Ramsden & Carr, with Alwyn Carr, ended in 1919. Dimensions: Diameter of body 9.1cm/3.6". Diameter of cover 6.1cm/2.4". Height 9cm/3.5". Weight. Not measurable due to the weighted base. Maker: Omar Ramsden. Origin: London, England. Date: 1920. Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this Omar Ramsden silver inkwell. AC Silver item.

Creator:
Omar Ramsden (Maker)
Dimensions:
Height: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Diameter: 3.6 in (9.15 cm)
Style:
Arts and Crafts (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Silver,Sterling Silver
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
1920-1929
Date of Manufacture:
1920
Condition:
This antique inkwell is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the body and part hallmarks to the interior of the cover are all very clear.
Seller Location:
Jesmond, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: A44191stDibs: LU120024007173