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Teakettle Ink
| Categories | Ink Bottle, Mechanical - Pump / Siphon |
| Type | Tea Kettle |
| Material | Glass |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | France |
| Date or Era | circa 1840 |
| Measuring | 3 ½” across; 2 ⅜” high |
This is a teakettle ink bottle molded from opalescent or milk glass in a pale green or celadon hue.
- Shape and Form: The body of the ink bottle is round and squat with vertical ribs extending into a domed mushroom or flower-shaped top.
- Spout: A short, sturdy neck extends from the side of the “teakettle” body. It angles upwards and outwards, ending in an open rim with a partial neck ring (missing its lid).
Sold for $410 in May 2025
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