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Dated 1896 British Victorian Brass & Hoof Inkwell Mounted by A&N.C.S. Ld

$1,150
£859.61
€1,003.05
CA$1,614.83
A$1,642.63
CHF 937.96
MX$19,868.48
NOK 10,937.15
SEK 11,104.73
DKK 7,498.52

About the Item

An exceptional, documented 1896 Victorian equestrian taxidermy inkwell, commissioned to commemorate a cherished horse named "Dandy." Mounted by the prestigious Army & Navy Co-Operative Society Ltd. (A. & N.C.S. Ld.), this piece exemplifies late-19th-century British memorial taxidermy and campaign-era luxury craftsmanship. The real preserved hoof is accented with silver-toned square nails around the wall and fitted with a heavy brass hinged lid stamped "DANDY" across the top. The front toe of the fitted brass shoe is hand-engraved with the date "AUG. 24TH 1896." The brass shoe base is stamped on the underside with the maker's hallmark: "MOUNTED BY THE A & N.C.S. Ld". Opening the hinged lid reveals the internal cavity designed to hold a glass ink reservoir (insert missing). Victorian horse hoof inkwells mounted by tier-one London stores like Army & Navy or Rowland Ward hold significant appeal among militaria, equestrian, and oddities collectors. An exceptional, documented 1896 Victorian equestrian taxidermy inkwell, commissioned to commemorate a cherished horse named "Dandy." Mounted by the prestigious Army & Navy Co-Operative Society Ltd. (A. & N.C.S. Ld.), this piece exemplifies late-19th-century British memorial taxidermy and campaign-era luxury craftsmanship. The real preserved hoof is accented with silver-toned square nails around the wall and fitted with a heavy brass hinged lid stamped "DANDY" across the top. The front toe of the fitted brass shoe is hand-engraved with the date "AUG. 24TH 1896." The brass shoe base is stamped on the underside with the maker's hallmark: "MOUNTED BY THE A & N.C.S. Ld". Opening the hinged lid reveals the internal cavity designed to hold a glass ink reservoir (insert missing). Victorian horse hoof inkwells mounted by tier-one London stores like Army & Navy or Rowland Ward hold significant appeal among militaria, equestrian, and oddities collectors. Good, age-appropriate antique condition. The horse hoof wall is solid and stable with natural wear and graining. The brass displays a rich, untouched historic patina with minor surface scratches, small dents, and light oxidation expected on late-19th-century brassware. The hinge opens smoothly. Missing the removable interior glass well insert. Keywords: Victorian horse hoof inkwell, 1896 horse hoof inkwell, Army Navy Co-Op Society inkwell, ANCS Ltd taxidermy, Dandy horse inkwell, brass mounted horse hoof, antique equestrian taxidermy, Victorian memoire horse hoof, British campaign inkwell, 19th century equestrian desk accessory, A&NCS Ld horse hoof, 1stdibs antique taxidermy.
  • Creator:
    Army & Navy CSL (Maker)
  • Similar to:
    Rowland Ward (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Width: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)Depth: 5.62 in (14.28 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Horn
  • Place of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Period:
    1890-1899
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1896
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good, age-appropriate antique condition. The brass displays a rich, untouched historic patina with minor surface scratches, small dents, and light oxidation. Missing the removable interior glass well insert.
  • Seller Location:
    St. Louis, MO
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU820251462762

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