Antique Cobalt Blue Underwood’s Inks Bottle & Ink Well Lot
Pair of antique cobalt blue glass ink containers, including an embossed “UNDERWOOD’S INKS” bottle and a small square ink well. The larger bottle features a bold deep cobalt coloration with applied lip and embossed lettering, likely dating to the late 19th century. Underwood’s ink bottles are associated with writing and office supply use during the fountain pen and dip pen era, when vividly colored glass was commonly used both for branding and light protection of ink contents.
The smaller square ink well complements the larger bottle nicely and appears to be period as well, with hand-finished characteristics and rich cobalt coloring throughout.The ink well is unmarked.
Approximate dimensions:
Underwood’s bottle: 3 1/2" x 9 3/4"
Ink well: approx. 2” x 2" x 2 1/4”
*Condition*
Both pieces show age-related wear including scratches, scuffs, and manufacturing irregularities consistent with antique glass. The larger Underwood’s bottle has noticeable surface wear and appears to have a small roughness/chip near the lip. The smaller ink well shows scattered scratches and minor edge wear. Please review photos carefully for exact condition details.
1l10z
#14
4L
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