Pine Needle Large Inkstand

Pine Needle Large Inkstand

Description

The inkstands were considered an essential item of any desk set, and the Pine Needle pattern had five different styles to choose from.  This is the largest model with a single inkwell, and is made of etched metal in a gold finish over amber and white marbled slag glass.  The inkwell insert is clear glass. Underside is stamped: TIFFANY STUDIOS/NEW YORK/847. Height: 3-3/4". Diameter: 7".

Price: Inquire at info@teamantiques.com

References:

Duncan, Alistair. Tiffany Lamps and Metalware: An Illustrated Reference to Over 2000 Models. Antique Collectors Club, Suffolk. 2007. pps.466-469.

Holland, WIlliam. Tiffany Desk Sets. Schiffer Publishing Ltd. PA. 2008. p.48, fig.2-4.

Koch, Robert. Louis C. Tiffany: The Collected Works of Robert Koch. Schiffer Publishing, Ltd. PA. 2001. p.215.