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Antique Conical "Umbrella" Glass Inkwell / Individual Bud Vase

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Antique Conical "Umbrella" Glass Inkwell / Individual Bud Vase
This authentic antique clear-to-aqua glass inkwell is a classic piece of late 19th-to-early 20th-century stationery history. Masterfully crafted with a iconic conical "umbrella" shape, it features a distinct tiered mid-ring collar and a smooth, flared rim originally designed to receive a cork stopper.
The glass showcases beautiful, characteristic manufacturing traits of the Victorian and early industrial eras—including prominent vertical mold lines, subtle glass ripples, and tiny trapped air bubbles that give it undeniable primitive charm. Its heavy, wide-flared base provides excellent structural stability, preventing tips while writing with traditional dip or fountain pens. Today, it stands as a highly collectible artifact for antique bottle enthusiasts, rustic farmhouse vignettes, or desktop organizers.

📋 Product Features & Details
  • Type: Antique Blown-In-Mold Conical Inkwell Bottle
  • Design Period: Late 19th C. to Early 20th C. (Victorian / Edwardian Era)
  • Shape: Conical "Umbrella" style body with tiered neck ring
  • Color: Transparent clear glass with a very subtle vintage aqua/green tint
  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Structurally sound with standard primitive manufacturing flaws (trapped air bubbles and visible mold seams) which are highly desirable to collectors. Free of major cracks or structural damage.

📏 Dimensions
  • Height: 2.5 inches
  • Base Diameter: 2.5 inches
  • Top Opening Diameter: 2 inches

💡 Styling & Usage Ideas
  • Desktop Antiquities: Display it alongside a vintage feather quill, wooden dip pen, or old letter stationary to ground a classic study room look.
  • Miniature Bud Vase: Fill it with water to display a single short wildflower stem, clover blossom, or small plant propagation cutting.
  • Prop & Film Decor: An authentic, period-correct accent piece perfect for historic photo shoots, flat-lays, or theatrical set dressing.

Product Specifications

Dimensions

Height 2.5 in
Width 2 in
Length 2 in

Weight

Product Weight 8 oz
Shipping Weight 1 lb