Bourne Derby stamped Ink pourer pot and inkwell pot - Quill pen accesories
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These were found by my late father who worked as an excavator driver on various construction projects in South Wales.
The ink pourer weighs 300g and measures 65mm diameter, 130mm height. It has a V notch on top to aid pouring ink into smaller pot called an inkwell. The inkwell pot weighs 70g and measures 45mm diameter top, 26mm diameter bottom and 47mm height. Both are brown, glazed stoneware and have some surface imperfections consistent with its age and being handmade. The makers stamp is impressed on one side of the ink pourer - Bourne Derby within an oval shape. I read this company used this stamp from the 1900s to 1960s.
To write something you will need to fill the ink pourer with ink from a larger ink storage pot (see my other listing) then pour some ink into the inkwell. Next you will need a feather from a Goose. Make a point on the end of the feather with a knife then dip sharpened end into the inkwell, write a few words. This is what people used for centuries before other types of pen were invented.
Charles Dickens wrote his works with a Quill pen. I saw an ink pourer like this one on another auction website for £10 plus postage. I would like to sell for this price, but don't have 'great expectations'. I'm selling at a more competitive price plus including an inkwell pot in the deal.
This elegant Bourne Derby ink pourer and inkwell pot are perfect for any collector of vintage writing accessories. Made in the United Kingdom, these items are a testament to the craftsmanship of a bygone era. With their intricate designs and high-quality materials, they are sure to add a touch of class to any desk or study.
Whether you are a fan of quill pens or simply appreciate the beauty of antique collectables, this set is a must-have. The stamped design adds a unique touch that sets it apart from other ink bottles and pots on the market. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of history – add this Bourne Derby ink pourer and inkwell pot to your collection today.