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James Deakin & Sons Silver Plated Golfing Inkstand
REF: STC335 / LA590317
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Description
A superb late Victorian or Edwardian silver-plated novelty golfing inkstand by the celebrated Sheffield manufacturer James Deakin & Sons, dating to circa 1900.
This impressive desk stand features a finely modelled golfer at the top of his backswing, complete with a long golf club and a small ball positioned on the textured ground beneath him.
On either side are two wonderfully designed hinged inkwells formed as early mesh-pattern golf balls. Both open to reveal removable ceramic ink liners. The shaped stand is further decorated with finely engraved foliage, applied pen rests, an ornamental border and four elaborate scroll feet.
The underside bears the impressed maker’s mark:
“JAMES DEAKIN & SONS
SHEFFIELD”
It also carries the company’s distinctive desk-bell trademark and the pattern number “S8252”.
James Deakin founded his Sheffield business in 1866. The company became highly regarded for its silver and quality electroplated wares, particularly its imaginative novelty and sporting designs.
This particular model is documented by the Society of Inkwell Collectors as a James Deakin & Sons golfing inkstand dating from around 1900.
A substantial and highly decorative piece appealing to collectors of antique golfing memorabilia, novelty silver plate and fine desk accessories. It would make an exceptional display piece or gift for a golfer.
measurements
Height:
180 mm
Width:
220 mm
Depth:
180 mm
declaration
St James Collectables has clarified that the James Deakin & Sons Silver Plated Golfing Inkstand (LA590317) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1900
condition
In good antique condition, with surface marks, tarnishing and areas of rubbing and wear to the silver plate consistent with its age and previous use.
The most noticeable plate wear is on the golfer and other raised areas.
The underside displays oxidation, discolouration and accumulated signs of age.
Both hinged golf-ball inkwells are present and retain their removable ceramic liners. See photo re chips to rims of liners.
The central golfer, golf club, small golf ball, decorative feet and pen rests also appear complete.
Please study the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.
additional info
Material:
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Date of Manufacture:
c.1900
location
This James Deakin & Sons Silver Plated Golfing Inkstand is located in London, United Kingdom
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