A Victorian electro-plated novelty inkstand

细节
A Victorian electro-plated novelty inkstand
with a dished oblong base and stud feet, the inkwell in the form of a pen nib with a glass liner, flanked by a detachable taper holder, by Hukin & Heath, circa 1880 - 16.5cm x 10.5cm; together with a plated seal, A/F; and a metalware drip-pan.