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Object Name
Traveling Inkwell
Object Number
1955-01-54
Description
Traveling inkwell and pen case. Brass inkwell in two pieces, graduated cylindrical base, open at one end with glass liner for holding ink, top piece long skinny graduated cylinder that screws onto base. Form fitted case of black leather tha slides together in two pieces, extra space for holding pen, quills, or blade for sharpening quills. Belonged to Sherman Potter (1790-1831)
Category
Tools and Equipment for Communication
Date Made
ca. 1810
Dimensions
Case: 5 1/2" L x 1 7/8" W Inkwell: 4 3/4"L
Materials
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Traveling Inkwell