🕊️ English Antique Victorian Silver Plate Crane Bird Inkwell Stand c.1880

🕊️ English Antique Victorian Silver Plate Crane Bird Inkwell Stand (c.1880) H. Spiller London | Collectible

🖼 Subject & Medium

We are proud to offer this exceptional and rare English Victorian silver plate inkwell stand, crafted circa 1880 in the elegant style of the renowned silversmith James Deakin. Featuring a masterfully sculpted crane bird with its fish catch, perched atop a richly decorated plinth, this piece was made exclusively for the esteemed London retailer H. Spiller. Combining decorative charm with functional craftsmanship, this is a true treasure for antique lovers and discerning collectors.

🎨 Composition & Technique

This stunning inkwell stand showcases the refined artistry of late 19th-century English design:

• 🌿 Intricate repoussé detailing with delicate foliage, leaves, and berries surrounding the central crane figure

• 🖋 Two original, removable cut-glass inkwells with hinged silver-plated lids, resting securely in beautifully decorated square inserts

• 🖋 Recessed quill rest integrated into the ornate base (quill not included)

• 🦢 An elegant crane and fish centerpiece raised proudly on an ornate plinth

• ✨ Elevated on four angled feet, stamped underneath “SPILLER, 204 UPPER ST, ISLINGTON, S6148” for authenticity

Each element reflects the meticulous, handcrafted techniques that defined the Victorian era — a perfect balance of beauty and function.

📏 Dimensions 

• Length: 23.5 cm

• Width: 15.25 cm

• Height: 15 cm

This piece is perfectly sized to command attention on any writing desk, study table, or collector’s display shelf.

🏡 Provenance

✨ Crafted in the celebrated style of James Deakin, exclusively for H. Spiller, London, around 1880
✨ Stamped with full retailer details and unique serial number
✨ A rare and distinguished example of late Victorian silver plate craftsmanship, reflecting the height of English decorative tradition

❤️ Why You’ll Love It

✅ Exceptionally rare & collectible — a true conversation piece
✅ Exquisite Victorian craftsmanship — ornate details, finely worked silver plate, and authentic historical charm
✅ Functional & decorative — ideal for display or as a working writing accessory
✅ A timeless gift — perfect for Easter, birthdays, or special occasions for antique lovers
✅ A tangible piece of history — brings the elegance and sophistication of Victorian England into your home or collection

🕵️ Condition

Offered in fine used antique condition, with natural signs of age:

• Tarnishing and rubbing on the crane’s legs and around the quill rest

• Some silver plate loss and scattered surface scratches

• Both original cut-glass inkwells included: one has a small edge nick and red ink residue on the cap; one base is slightly warped and requires gentle fitting

These age-related imperfections only enhance the piece’s authentic antique character and do not detract from its overall magnificence.

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🖼️ Available exclusively through Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD

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