Antique Square Glass Ink Pots
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Condition Good with minimal issues. Very tiny flea bites to foot rim of larger pot.
These square glass ink pots are antiques, likely dating back to a period when glass ink pots were commonly used for writing purposes, particularly during the era when fountain pens were prevalent.
Made from durable glass, these ink pots were favoured for their ability to contain ink without corroding or reacting with it, thus preserving the quality of the ink.
Historically, glass ink pots were ubiquitous on desks and in offices, serving as reservoirs for ink that was used for writing with quills, dip pens, and later, fountain pens.
The presence of "very tiny flea bites to foot rim of larger pot" suggests minor imperfections or damage, which is common in antique glassware due to its age and use over time.
Despite the advent of modern writing instruments, these antiques hold value as collectables and artifacts of a bygone era of writing. They serve as reminders of the history and evolution of writing technology, reflecting a time when handwritten correspondence was the primary mode of communication.
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