Johann Jakob Adam
Johann Jakob Adam (ca. 1720–1791, master 1748) working in Augsburg, Germany during the 18th century. Johann Jakob specialised in silver with designs from nature.
Johann Jakob Adam
Johann Jakob Adam (ca. 1720–1791, master 1748) working in Augsburg, Germany during the 18th century. Johann Jakob specialised in silver with designs from nature.
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1765 - 1767
Johann Jakob Adam
10375 Antique Novelty Silver Bell Inkstand
£6,750
An unusual mid 18th century antique German inkstand modelled as 3 fruits sitting on vine leaf. It comprises a pomegranate inkwell and cover, an apple pounce pot, and the pear shaped bell acts as the cover of the nib box. Rising from the centre is a tall naturalistic cast silver taperstick with leafy drip pan. Excellent weight and quality modelling. Weight 819g, 26.3 troy oz. Height 15.2cm. Base 21.5cm x 19.5cm. Augsburg, Germany. 1765-67. Maker Johann Jakob Adam.
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