Verger Frères for Ostertag Art Deco Multi-Stone Tray
By Ostertag
Located in New York, NY
Verger Frères for Ostertag Art Deco Multi-Stone Tray A gray agate tray flanked by two jade cylinders, raised on six pink tourmaline beads, and set atop a black onyx slab, with gold ...
Agate, Jade, Onyx, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Royal Blue Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Inkwell and Pen Tray in the Louis XVI Taste
Located in London, GB
An Ensemble de Bureau in the Louis XVI Taste Constructed using gilt bronze, and 'Sevres' style porcelain having 'Bleu de Roi' borders, and hand painted with polychrome foliate and...
Ormolu, Bronze
Tiffany Studios New York Pine Needle Bronze Doré and Slag Glass Nine-Piece Desk
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Nouveau period "Pine Needle" gilt bronze and Favrile slag glass desk set. The nine-piece set includes: inkwell, pen brush, letter rack, pen tr...
Bronze
Tiffany Studios New York "Zodiac" Bronze Rocker Blotter, Circa 1910
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
Good original vintage condition, with beautiful patina from age. Matching desk accessories including a calendar holder, pen tray, inkwell, and desk box also available.
Bronze
Tiffany Studios New York 'Zodiac' Bronze Rocker Blotter, circa 1910
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
Good original vintage condition, with beautiful patina from age. Matching desk accessories including a calendar holder, pen tray, inkwell, and desk box also available.
Bronze
French Bronze Vide-Poche with Rooster by Auguste Cain, 19th Century
By Auguste Cain
Located in New York, NY
Intended for use as a vide-poche or desk tray, the object successfully balances sculptural presence with practical function.
Bronze
English Victorian Period 19th Century Wood or Horn Letter Opener
Located in Atlanta, GA
Incorporating this letter opener into your home or office not only provides a practical solution for opening mail, but also serves as a beautiful decorative accent. Display it on you...
Horn, Wood
19th Century Anglo Ceylonese Specimen Wood Desk Companion Tray
Located in Dallas, TX
Another stunning 19th century Anglo-Ceylonese piece. Made circa 1880 in Ceylon (Now Sri Lanka) of Coromandel wood and specimen woods. This is a simply gorgeous and quality item!!...
Ebony, Wood
Antique Gold Nashiji Maki-e Tiered Writing Box, 19th century
Located in Taichung, TW
Most remarkably, the base features a built-in, pull-out desk tray, which profoundly elevates its functional charm and historical presence.
Wood, Lacquer
WMF Art Nouveau Inkwell and Pen Tray Desk Stand, Retains Original Glass
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Verviers, BE
WMF Art Nouveau inkwell and pen tray desk stand Art Nouveau Pattern Retains original glass Inkwell and Patina The piece is in excellent condition and a real beauty!
Metal
Antique Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Ormolu Keys Cards Tray Vide Poche Desk Accessory
Located in Greven, DE
Antique Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Ormolu Keys Cards Tray Vide Poche Desk Accessory Continental Bronze c. 1900 Dimensions: H x W x D: 3cm x 30.5cm x 21cm Designed and made arou...
Bronze, Ormolu
Gothic Revival brass desk set with a pair of candlesticks & a matching pen tray.
Located in London, GB
A Gothic Revival brass desk set with a pair of brass candlesticks and a matching pen tray all inset with multi-coloured semi-precious glass bulls eyes.
Brass
Sterling Silver Vanity Tray
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Perfectly scaled for a dressing table or desk, this tray is ideal for rings, cufflinks, a watch, calling cards, or small personal effects.
Sterling Silver
Vintage Bronze Sporting Dog Pipe Stand with Catchall Tray
Located in San Diego, CA
The expressive modeling and warm patinated finish make it equally attractive as a decorative desk accessory, valet tray, or bookshelf accent.
Bronze
Art Deco Silver Plated Toast Rack, Matching Hammered Tray Crystal Butter Dishes
Located in Wembley, GB
The four-section rack is gracefully curved, allowing for neatly arranged slices of toast, pastries, or even letters for a stylish desk display. The coordinating tray, finished with a...
Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Silver-Plated Toast Rack with Matching Tray, Vintage English Breakfast
Located in Wembley, GB
The six-section rack is gracefully curved, allowing for neatly arranged slices of toast, pastries, or even letters for a stylish desk display. The coordinating tray, finished with a ...
Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Stunning quality antique Victorian brass desk set
Located in Ipswich, GB
Stunning quality antique Victorian brass desk set having a quality antique Victorian brass desk set with a tray to the front and back, a shaped carrying handle to the centre, the ori...
Brass
Tiffany Studios New York 'Zodiac' Bronze Desk Calendar Holder or Picture Frame
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
Very good original vintage condition, with beautiful patina from age. Matching desk accessories including an inkwell, pen tray, desk box, and rocker blotter also available.
Bronze
Onyx Ashtray, France, 1950s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Both functional and sculptural, the piece can also be used today as a catchall, jewelry tray, or decorative desk accessory. Style : Mid-Century Modern French Mid-Century Organic Mod...
Onyx
Silver Plated Footed Dish Italy Exquisite Oval Antique Luxury Silver Décor Home
Located in Wembley, GB
This versatile piece can serve many purposes: as a jewelry tray on a dressing table, a decorative accent on a sideboard, an elegant desk accessory, or even as a luxury tableware elem...
Agate, Silver, Britannia Standard Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver,...
Antique Silver-Plated Candle Wick Trimmer Scissors, Victorian Table Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
Display it on a silver tray, writing desk, or candlelit sideboard for a touch of timeless charm. antique silver candle wick trimmer, silver-plated wick scissors, Victorian table deco...
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling silver beer mug or tankard - made by William Hutton 1927
By William Hutton & Sons
Located in London, London
The smooth body provides ample space for personal engraving, making it an ideal choice for commemorating special occasions such as christenings, retirements, or milestone birthdays. ...
Sterling Silver
$125,000
Gothic Armoire
Located in New York, NY
., p. 9 no. 204); 1 very splendid rosewood Davenport Writing Desk, 4 tray Drawers, scroll standards, Gothic pannels [sic] and plate glass fronts, lined with wht silk” (ibid., p. 14 n...
Brass
Antique Tiffany Victorian Classical Repousse Sterling Silver Desk Tray
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Classical sterling silver desk tray. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1884.
Sterling Silver
Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style.
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Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”
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