Inkipedia
Horseshoe Inkstand – Bonheur
| Categories | Figural - Inanimate |
| Type | Horseshoe |
| Material | White metal |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | France |
| Date or Era | circa 1895 |
| Measuring | 4 ¾” wide; 5” high |
Charming piece with the French inscription “Bonheur” (happiness) on a horseshoe for good luck. The feet supporting the inkstand are a horse’s hooves.
I have seen the same inkwell, only it was inscribed “Bona Fortuna” (Good Fortune) in Italian.
Sold for $58.50 in February 2019
Content disclaimer. The information posted is the owner’s best knowledge and may not have been vetted by the SOIC. We welcome comments, corrections, and additions, working to make our website information comprehensive and accurate.
Join the Society of Inkwell Collectors (SOIC) – it’s free!
Founded in 1981 as a non-profit organization,
we are documenting inkwells (and accessories).
We’re here to help and inform!