Victorian Silver-Plated Inkwell Depicting Boudica in Chariot – Neoclassical Revival Desk Accessory
Victorian Silver-Plated Inkwell Depicting Boudica in Chariot – Neoclassical Revival Desk Accessory
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Cast in silver-plated copper with a hinged lid, this Victorian inkwell carries a heroic high-relief scene believed to depict Queen Boudica, the Celtic warrior queen who led the first-century uprising against Roman Britain. The lid shows her chariot pulled by four rearing horses against a radiant sunburst, surrounded by a repoussé border of winged victories, classical figures, and griffins drawn from the 19th-century taste for antiquarian revival. The original glass or ceramic ink liner is no longer present, which opens the well to use as a matchstick holder, ring dish, or sculptural desk piece.
In good antique condition with surface wear consistent with age. The original ink liner is no longer present, leaving a clean metal-lined well suitable for decorative use. The silver plate shows even wear with warm copper undertones revealed in places, adding depth and character. Minor surface scratches, scattered tarnish, and oxidation are present, particularly in the recessed areas of the relief. The hinged lid opens and closes smoothly but sits slightly askew when closed, likely from natural warping over time. No major dents or structural damage.
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