Summary
Pottery ink bottle made by Angus & Co., Wiltshire's, circa 1900. Probably used in the office of a Victorian psychiatric hospital, circa 1848-1950.
Physical Description
Ink is contained in a tall, round, brownish pottery bottle sealed with a cork. Bottle appears to be nearly full (approximately 1L) of ink (possibly lead containing).
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Office of Psychiatric Services, May 1985
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Manufacturer
Angus & Co., Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, circa 1900
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Place & Date Used
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Inscriptions
ANGUS & CO / MELBOURNE engraved on side. BLUE / BLACK COPYING INK / WILTSHIRE'S / BLUE / BLACK / INK / EVERY DIP / A PLEASURE printed on label.
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Classification
Medicine & health, Mental health - administration, Stationery
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Category
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
10.7 cm (Length), 24 cm (Height)
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Keywords
Bottles, Pottery, Psychiatric Hospitals, Stationery, Writing Equipment, Making History - Psych Services
