Sold for A$370
Inkwell in shape of a desk: Harwood's / Superior Black Writing Ink / 26 Fenchurch St / London. No potters stamp. Ink Stoneware Salt Glaze. Flat Ink in shapeof a Desk with Pen Rest and quill holes. 2 oz. 89 mm across. 1850s
Near Mint. Some minor usage wear under the base. A bit of dust and grime. Couple of tiny spots of glaze wear. Tiny glaze hairline to outer edge. A superb and early piece with a great impression. From the famous ink collection of Bert Hayward, Bert was on the cover of the Australian Bottle Review in February 1976 with his display of inks! Grade: 9.2 Estimate: $400 - 450
