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Up for sale is an antique 19th-century stoneware inkwell featuring a warm brown glazed finish and thick rolled collar rim. This small pottery vessel is a wonderful example of early American writing accessories and primitive stoneware craftsmanship.
Historical Provenance:
This inkwell was discovered in September 2010 in a garden patch in Preston, Minnesota, near the Root River. According to the accompanying handwritten note, it was found behind an old brick building reportedly constructed circa 1800s.
The original handwritten discovery note is included, documenting the location and circumstances of the find.
Item Details:
• Type: Antique Stoneware Inkwell
• Era: 19th Century / Civil War Era Style
• Material: Brown Glazed Stoneware
• Height: 2”
• Width: 1.75”
• Origin of Discovery: Preston, Minnesota
• Discovery Date: September 2010
Condition:
Good antique condition with natural age-related surface wear, glaze variations, minor pitting, and rustic patina. No visible structural cracks or major damage. The thick rolled rim is intact. Please review photos for complete condition details.
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