Early Three-Piece Mold Ink Bottle

Circa 1810–1830 | Possibly Continental

This early 19th-century ink bottle features a sophisticated three-piece mold construction, a form less common than the standard octagonal or “umbrella” shapes of the era. The glass is a rare and deeply saturated Amber Puce, showing brilliant flashes of violet and mahogany when held to the light.

The bottle is characterized by a squat, cylindrical body and a sharply sloping shoulder that transitions into a tall, elegant neck. It is finished with a classic hand-tooled flaring rim. The underside displays a prominent solid pontil scar and significant, authentic shelf wear consistent with over 200 years of use.