Description

Fine William Comyns Silver Work

From our accessories collection, we are delighted to offer this Silver Desk Inkwell  Clock William Comyns. The dome-shaped desk inkwell features a rounded cut-glass star base, elegantly mounted in ornate sterling silver.  It is fitted with a flip-top lid that houses a removable pocket watch. The exquisite silverwork showcases intricate floral buds, scrollwork, and a classical scene adorning the lid. Hallmarked Sterling Silver, London, this piece was made by the renowned British silversmith William Comyns and is dated 1909, towards the end of the Art Nouveau period of the late and the early 20th century. The inkwell’s lid seamlessly flips open to reveal the time while in use on a desk and closes flush.

Measurements (inches) 2.76 High x 3.54 Diameter

William Comyns was a London based silversmith (1858 -1930). The firm was founded by William Comyns who bought Robert Tagg in 1858. He entered his first mark from the original Robert Tagg premises in Soho, London. As the business expanded in 1885 they became William Comyns & Son when his two sons Charles and Richard joined the business. From the 1880s they produced large numbers of silver decorative items which were retailed through leading London retailers, such as Henry Lewis and Howell & James. William Comyns died in 1916, and his son Charles died in 1925 whilst at a sale at Christie’s. They registered as a limited company in 1930 as William Comyns & Sons Ltd with the remaining son, Richard, registered as the permanent governing director. When Richard died in 1953, the company was bought by Bernard Copping. They are now one of the few remaining manufacturing silversmiths in London with premises in London WC2.

Sterling Silver refers to the alloy of metal containing 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals, usually copper or zinc. Sterling Silver objects are stamped with the 925 mark to confirm their authenticity.

With every purchase from Mark Goodger Antiques, you will receive our latest catalogue, a Certificate of Authenticity, detailed care instructions for your chosen piece and an independent invoice (for insurance purposes) will be enclosed. As well as being protected by a no-hassle, money-back policy, your piece will be entirely insured during the shipping process to ensure the safety of your item.