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153. TEAKETTLE INK. 1.3ins tall, 1.5 x 1.6 square base. Clear lead glass form featuring a wide neck,silver marked. Zoom on easy live image. A fine little form, rare. NR. £60-80+
154. BLACKWOOD & CO LONDON BULK INK Flagon TYPE. 14.4ins tall. Off white stoneware glaze, rear handle, pronounced pouring lip (edge chip). Still the only one I have ever seen? Ex Garth Morrison sticker to rear. NR. £60-80+
Ink Glue, Polish & Blacking
Bottles 1750-1950
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