A George III sterling silver inkstand, John Cramer, London, 1812.
Shaped rectangular, on four paw and ball feet, with two cut-glass inkwells, centering a taperstick with ring handle, on either side a pen trough, the molded border with acanthus leaves at intervals, the inkwell mounts and taperstick with conforming decoration.
Sterling Silver with 5 Hallmarks:
The Maker’s Mark: John Cramer
The Lion Passant: The Mark that indicates Sterling Silver
Leopard’s Head Crowned: City of London
The Date Letter: 1812
Duty mark: Head King George III
DimensionsHxLxD 5,12in x 12,80in x 9,06in
WeightWeight without inkwells: 56,37oz
ProveniencePrivate collection
ConditionSlight signs of age and superficial scratches. Marked on base, cover, inkwell covers, and sleeves.