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Jesse M. Preston Inkwell
| Categories | Arts & Crafts |
| Material | Bronze |
| Markings | incised on bottom: J Preston/Chicago |
| Origin | United States |
| Date or Era | circa 1912 |
| Measuring | 7.6 × 14 × 14 cm (3 × 5 1/2 × 5 1/2 in.) |
This bronze hinged inkwell is embossed with a geometric swag pattern and complete with a Davis glass liner.
Part of the collection at the Art Institute of Chicago
Jesse M. Preston was a metalsmith from Chicago (born in 1872, died 1962). The Illinois Governor’s Office, in conjunction with a display of her artistry at the residence, issued this biography: Desk Set, c. 1902-05 (illinois.gov)
Also pictured is the desk set on display at the Governor’s mansion, which includes:
- Bronze inkwell (11 ¼ × 7 ¼ × 4 ⅜ inches)
- Bronze box (4 ⅜ × 2 ⅝ × 1 ¾ inches)
- Letter opener (8” in length)
- Pen Wipe (2 ¾ x 2 inches)
Part of the collection at the Art Institute of Chicago
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