Tressemanes & Vogt Hand Painted Ink Blotter circa 1890. These hard to find blotters were used to blot up excess ink from the paper way back when quill pens were used. These pens often left excess ink on the paper that was easily smeared and caused the writing to be illegible so these heavy blotters were first used and later roller blotters became popular. Great hand painting and measuring 13.5 cm x 7.8 cm. No chips or cracks. Great addition for any limoges or victorian porcelain collection.