19th C Parkins & Gotto Black Lacquer Victorian Papier Mache Inkwell Set
19th C Parkins & Gotto Black Lacquer Victorian Papier Mache Inkwell Set
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Black Lacquer Victorian Papier Mache Inkwell Set
Made by Parkins & Gotto London, a prestigious Victorian-era stationer and luxury goods firm founded in early 19th C. It often retailed high-end goods from abroad and produced its own finely finished paper goods and lacquered items, many of which sold in the 1851 Great Exhibition and subsequently exported across the Empire.
Hand painted/stenciled gold chinoiserie and arabesque-style motifs.
Black Lacquer Victorian Papier Mache Inkwell Set
Made by Parkins & Gotto London, a prestigious Victorian-era stationer and luxury goods firm founded in early 19th C. It often retailed high-end goods from abroad and produced its own finely finished paper goods and lacquered items, many of which sold in the 1851 Great Exhibition and subsequently exported across the Empire.
Hand painted/stenciled gold chinoiserie and arabesque-style motifs.
2"h x 9.5"w x 8"d
2"h x 9.5"w x 8"d
Parkins & Gotto was founded around 1845 by William Parkins and Joseph Gotto. It was located at 24-25 Oxford Street, London. They held a Royal Warrant and were favored by both the English elite and international patrons. The company peaked from the 1850s-1880s, and by the early 20th C, it was absorbed by or merged with other stationers.
This set was likely used in a drawing room or study as part of a larger writing ensemble, including items like a matching blotter, pen tray, or letter holder. They signified education, refinement, and modernity - writing was both a daily task and a fashionable pastime.
Parkins & Gotto was founded around 1845 by William Parkins and Joseph Gotto. It was located at 24-25 Oxford Street, London. They held a Royal Warrant and were favored by both the English elite and international patrons. The company peaked from the 1850s-1880s, and by the early 20th C, it was absorbed by or merged with other stationers.
This set was likely used in a drawing room or study as part of a larger writing ensemble, including items like a matching blotter, pen tray, or letter holder. They signified education, refinement, and modernity - writing was both a daily task and a fashionable pastime.
19th C (circa 1850-1880)
19th C (circa 1850-1880)
Papier Mache, Glass, Metal, Gilding
Papier Mache, Glass, Metal, Gilding
London, England
London, England
One small ding in the side and general age-related wear to the gilding as shown in the photos.
One small ding in the side and general age-related wear to the gilding as shown in the photos.