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Victorian Sterling Silver & Glass Ink Bottle by Horace Woodward, 1895
Victorian Sterling Silver & Glass Ink Bottle by Horace Woodward, 1895

Victorian Sterling Silver & Glass Ink Bottle by Horace Woodward, 1895

By Horace Woodward & Co. Ltd.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This exceptional antique Victorian glass and sterling silver ink bottle has a circular rounded, shaped form.

Category

1890s British Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Ink Bottle with Boar Head and Antlers
Ink Bottle with Boar Head and Antlers

Ink Bottle with Boar Head and Antlers

Located in Sheffield, MA

Antique English brass and crystal inkwell with small horns and brass boar head. Diameter for bottle: 2.38".

Category

19th Century English Charles II Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Antique George IV Sterling Silver Inkstand by Thomas Wheatley, 1823
Antique George IV Sterling Silver Inkstand by Thomas Wheatley, 1823

Antique George IV Sterling Silver Inkstand by Thomas Wheatley, 1823

By Thomas Wheatley

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Reflections in photography may detract from the true representation of this antique silver inkstand with blue glass bottles. Dimensions Length of stand 17.5 cm / 6.9" Width of s...

Category

1820s English Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Silver

1880s Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Lantern Inkwell
1880s Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Lantern Inkwell

1880s Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Lantern Inkwell

By Thomas Smily

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This antique inkwell retains the original glass ink bottle. Condition This antique ink bottle is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentati...

Category

1880s English Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Regency Mahogany And Brass Inkstand
Regency Mahogany And Brass Inkstand

Regency Mahogany And Brass Inkstand

Located in Essex, MA

With two ink bottles and candle holder and pen rest. Lower drawer.

Category

1820s English Regency Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

1875s Silver-plated Brass Desk Inkwell with Crystallized Ink and Engraved Detail
1875s Silver-plated Brass Desk Inkwell with Crystallized Ink and Engraved Detail

1875s Silver-plated Brass Desk Inkwell with Crystallized Ink and Engraved Detail

Located in Marbella, ES

When opened, it reveals compartments that include crystallized ink bottles, a writing palette with a glass lid, and a silver-plated blade with distinctive marks and engraved monograms.

Category

19th Century European Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand by John Grinsell & Sons, 1898
Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand by John Grinsell & Sons, 1898

Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand by John Grinsell & Sons, 1898

By John Grinsell & Sons

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The body of the inkstand incorporates two ink bottle receivers flanking a rectangular stamp box.

Category

1890s British Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid 19thC Coramandel Inkwell Stand/Desk Tidy
Mid 19thC Coramandel Inkwell Stand/Desk Tidy

Mid 19thC Coramandel Inkwell Stand/Desk Tidy

Located in Altrincham, GB

Mid 19thC Coramandel Inkwell Stand/Desk Tidy with Mother of Pearl Inlays, Original Ink Bottle all on Bun Feet - 14.5"w x 8.5"d x 2.5"h

Category

Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Zebra Wood

Regency Mahogany Lady's Writing Cabinet
Regency Mahogany Lady's Writing Cabinet

Regency Mahogany Lady's Writing Cabinet

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

Opening writing flap with lidded compartments for ink bottles and pens.  

Category

Early 1800s English Regency Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Ebony, Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Lady's Writing Cabinet
Regency Mahogany Lady's Writing Cabinet

Regency Mahogany Lady's Writing Cabinet

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

Opening writing flap with lidded compartments for ink bottles and pens.  

Category

Early 1800s English Regency Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Ebony, Mahogany

English Inlaid Boulle Inkwell on Chase Feet, Circa 1840
English Inlaid Boulle Inkwell on Chase Feet, Circa 1840

English Inlaid Boulle Inkwell on Chase Feet, Circa 1840

Located in Charleston, SC

English Boulle brass inlaid one-drawer inkwell with original fluted glass brass capped ink bottles, decorative floral carrying handle and resting on original chased ball feet, Mid-19...

Category

1840s English William IV Antique Ink Bottles

Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Inlaid Writing Box
Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Inlaid Writing Box

Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Inlaid Writing Box

Located in Suffolk, GB

Unusual Antique Victorian quality rosewood inlaid writing box with two lift up tops opening to reveal a writing surface with original ink bottles and a pen tray storage compartment a...

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Other

Antique English Inlaid Rosewood Child's or Ladies Diminutive Writing Desk
Antique English Inlaid Rosewood Child's or Ladies Diminutive Writing Desk

Antique English Inlaid Rosewood Child's or Ladies Diminutive Writing Desk

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Rare antique English inlaid rosewood child's or ladies writing desk with lift-up sloped lid with handsome gilt and tooled leather writing surface; fitted interior. The ink bottles ap...

Category

Mid-19th Century English Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Rosewood

Mid 19th century mahogany brass bound campaign writing slope
Mid 19th century mahogany brass bound campaign writing slope

Mid 19th century mahogany brass bound campaign writing slope

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

No ink bottles included.  Expected minor surface marks and very minor losses to bottom edge.

Category

Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

Unusual Antique Oak Stationery Cabinet
Unusual Antique Oak Stationery Cabinet

Unusual Antique Oak Stationery Cabinet

Located in Suffolk, GB

Unusual antique oak stationery cabinet with a sliding tambour front opening to reveal a fitted interior, original brass top ink bottles and a pop out drawer. A quaint piece in lov...

Category

19th Century English Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Walnut and Brass Writing Boxe
19th Century French Walnut and Brass Writing Boxe

19th Century French Walnut and Brass Writing Boxe

Located in LEGNY, FR

Box opens out to a beige fabric writing slope which opens both ways to allow access for further storage. No ink bottle present. Wear consistent with age and used.

Category

1890s French Napoleon III Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

Tennis Inkwell With Tennis Player (Real Tennis or Racquets)
Tennis Inkwell With Tennis Player (Real Tennis or Racquets)

Tennis Inkwell With Tennis Player (Real Tennis or Racquets)

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

A fine quality plated tennis inkwell with a single ink bottle and a male Real Tennis Player. The tennis figure is standing holding his lawn tennis racket, wearing a flat cap.

Category

19th Century British Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Glass Inkstand / Desk Standish
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Glass Inkstand / Desk Standish

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Glass Inkstand / Desk Standish

By Elkington & Co.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The impressive large glass ink bottles each have a compressive spherical form, ornamented with cut glass decoration.

Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Collection of Eight Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Articles
Collection of Eight Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Articles

Collection of Eight Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Articles

Located in Astoria, NY

Collection of Eight Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Articles, comprising: two ink bottles, one with hand-painted phoenix motif and one with landscape scene, pair of small dishes wit...

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Porcelain

Victorian Sterling Silver and Glass Inkstand / Desk Standish
Victorian Sterling Silver and Glass Inkstand / Desk Standish

Victorian Sterling Silver and Glass Inkstand / Desk Standish

By Walter and John Barnard

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The impressive large glass ink bottles each have a compressive spherical form, ornamented with cut glass decoration.

Category

1880s English Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Henry Chawner Georgian Sterling Silver Ladies Inkstand
Henry Chawner Georgian Sterling Silver Ladies Inkstand

Henry Chawner Georgian Sterling Silver Ladies Inkstand

By Henry Chawner

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The ink, pen/quill and pounce bottles retain the original plain silver cylindrical mounts fitted with push fit hallmarked covers.

Category

1780s English George III Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Cranberry Glass Inkwell
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Cranberry Glass Inkwell

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Cranberry Glass Inkwell

By Joseph Angell II

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the ink bottle, in additional to the part hallmarks to the underside of the base and interior of the cover are all very clear.

Category

1850s British Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian Mahogany Cased Barograph by Negretti & Zambra, London
Edwardian Mahogany Cased Barograph by Negretti & Zambra, London

Edwardian Mahogany Cased Barograph by Negretti & Zambra, London

By Negretti & Zambra

Located in Norwich, GB

Seven vacuum chambers linking the recording arm to the eight day revolving drum with lever escapement. Original ink bottle and holder with dipper. Pen setting knob to the brass ba...

Category

1910s English Edwardian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Mahogany

Walnut Cased Barograph
Walnut Cased Barograph

Walnut Cased Barograph

$1,981Sale Price|46% Off

Walnut Cased Barograph

Located in Cheshire, GB

The barograph has a thermometer and glass ink bottle recessed into the case. Dimensions Height 8 Inches Width 14.5 Inches Depth 9 Inches.

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Walnut

Gilded Age Silver Plated and Crystal Writing Desk Set
Gilded Age Silver Plated and Crystal Writing Desk Set

Gilded Age Silver Plated and Crystal Writing Desk Set

Located in Sheffield, MA

The antique silver-on-copper and crystal pen and ink desk set is composed a footed tray with two indentations for feathered pens or writing instruments, two lidded ink bottles with b...

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

La Maison du Porte Plume Brown by Jean d'Ylen 1924 Rare

La Maison du Porte Plume Brown by Jean d'Ylen 1924 Rare

Located in Boca Raton, FL

La Maison du Porte Plume is a rare poster for fountain pens and inks by the artist Jean D'Ylen. He uses the whimsical central figure to capture our attention and then uses the fine d...

Category

1920s Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Lithograph

18th Century Satinwood Traveling Writing Slope or Lap Desk
18th Century Satinwood Traveling Writing Slope or Lap Desk

18th Century Satinwood Traveling Writing Slope or Lap Desk

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

The desk has a section at the top for ruler, pens, ink bottles, candles, etc. in this section there are candelabra and sconces that fit at each side to light the user.

Category

18th Century Georgian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Satinwood

Mahogany cased barograph and barometer by Negretti & Zambra
Mahogany cased barograph and barometer by Negretti & Zambra

Mahogany cased barograph and barometer by Negretti & Zambra

Located in Cheshire, GB

The barograph having a glass ink bottle recessed into the case. Dimensions Height 7.5 Inches Width 14.5 Inches Depth 7 Inches

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Wood

Barograph and Barometer by Negretti & Zambra
Barograph and Barometer by Negretti & Zambra

Barograph and Barometer by Negretti & Zambra

Located in Cheshire, GB

The barograph having a glass ink bottle recessed into the case. Dimensions Height 8 Inches Width 16.5 Inches Depth 9.5 Inches.

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Oak

Traveling Inkwell Milk Churn Shape
Traveling Inkwell Milk Churn Shape

Traveling Inkwell Milk Churn Shape

Located in Vienna, AT

This lid has a leather “plug” in the middle which fits tightly onto the glass ink bottle top when the lid is closed. The spring of the lid is intact.

Category

Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

Oak Cased Barograph by Negretti & Zambra, London
Oak Cased Barograph by Negretti & Zambra, London

Oak Cased Barograph by Negretti & Zambra, London

By Negretti & Zambra

Located in Norwich, GB

Original brass holder, ink bottle and dipper. Turned pen setting knob to the brass plate bearing the makers name ‘Negretti & Zambra, London’, Made in England and marked ‘Regency’ Jew...

Category

1920s English Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Oak

Mahogany cased Barograph
Mahogany cased Barograph

Mahogany cased Barograph

$2,141Sale Price|20% Off

Mahogany cased Barograph

Located in Cheshire, GB

The barograph has a thermometer and its original glass ink bottle recessed into the case. Dimensions Height 9 Inches Width 14.5 Inches Depth 9 Inches

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Wood

Walnut cased Barograph
Walnut cased Barograph

Walnut cased Barograph

$2,141Sale Price|20% Off

Walnut cased Barograph

Located in Cheshire, GB

The barograph has a thermometer and its original glass ink bottle recessed into the case. Dimensions Height 9 Inches Width 14.5 Inches Depth 9 Inches

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Walnut

Regency Period Rosewood Campaign Writing Box, England
Regency Period Rosewood Campaign Writing Box, England

Regency Period Rosewood Campaign Writing Box, England

Located in Kastrup, DK

Inside, the original brass lock remains intact along with a writing compartment designed for storing a pen and ink bottle. The interior is lined with green felt.

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

Edwardian Oak Cased Barograph by Negretti & Zambra, London
Edwardian Oak Cased Barograph by Negretti & Zambra, London

Edwardian Oak Cased Barograph by Negretti & Zambra, London

By Negretti & Zambra

Located in Norwich, GB

Original brass holder, ink bottle and dipper, centrally mounted mercury thermometer with a silvered scale.

Category

1910s English Edwardian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

18th Century French Transition Louis XVI Small Writing Cabinet Meuble Ecritoire
18th Century French Transition Louis XVI Small Writing Cabinet Meuble Ecritoire

18th Century French Transition Louis XVI Small Writing Cabinet Meuble Ecritoire

Located in Berlin, DE

18th century French transition Louis XVI small writing cabinet Meuble Ecritoire Rectangular cabinet with canted corners standing on four high cabriole legs with gilt bronze sabots...

Category

1760s French Louis XVI Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Important Sterling and Gilt Inkwell by John & Joseph Angell, London, 1853
Important Sterling and Gilt Inkwell by John & Joseph Angell, London, 1853

Important Sterling and Gilt Inkwell by John & Joseph Angell, London, 1853

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

The inkwell has a fitted original ink bottle in a green art glass color, the bottle is slotted to fit the bottom holder to open and fill.

Category

1850s English Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Silver

Mid 19th century davenport writing desk
Mid 19th century davenport writing desk

Mid 19th century davenport writing desk

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Hinged lid opens to reveal a partially fitted interior of 3 satinwood drawers and 2 dummy drawers which house the pull out pen tray and ink bottle storage which is accessed from the ...

Category

Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Palisander

Superb Antique Folk Art Parquetry Casket Styled Writing Box or Lap Desk
Superb Antique Folk Art Parquetry Casket Styled Writing Box or Lap Desk

Superb Antique Folk Art Parquetry Casket Styled Writing Box or Lap Desk

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

The front compartment or pen rest tilts to open and originally there would have been two ink bottles on either side. Only one has survived and the key to the front lock is missing.

Category

Early 20th Century Canadian Folk Art Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Softwood

Walker & Hall Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver and Glass Desk Standish
Walker & Hall Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver and Glass Desk Standish

Walker & Hall Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver and Glass Desk Standish

By Walker & Hall

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The impressive glass ink bottles each have a compressive spherical form, ornamented with cut glass decoration.

Category

Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Pollard Oak Campaign Writing Slope or Lap Desk
19th Century Pollard Oak Campaign Writing Slope or Lap Desk

19th Century Pollard Oak Campaign Writing Slope or Lap Desk

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th Century Pollard Oak Campaign Writing Slope or Lap Desk This is a very rare piece, it is a Campaign Writing Slope, it is made in Pollard Oak and bound in brass, it is an except...

Category

19th Century Georgian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Agate

Art Deco Oak Cased Barograph, Winter & Sin, Newcastle
Art Deco Oak Cased Barograph, Winter & Sin, Newcastle

Art Deco Oak Cased Barograph, Winter & Sin, Newcastle

Located in Norwich, GB

Duel compartment chart drawer and original ink bottle. C.1920 T.B.Winter & Sons began trading in 1875 and was a well known and highly regarded instrument maker.

Category

1920s English Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Oak

Antique Victorian Mahogany Brass Bound Writing Box
Antique Victorian Mahogany Brass Bound Writing Box

Antique Victorian Mahogany Brass Bound Writing Box

Located in Suffolk, GB

The interior opens to reveal a fitted writing surface lined in purple velvet with compartments for ink bottles, pens and stationery. The hinged writing slope lifts to reveal addition...

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Mahogany

Rare 18th-Century Double Notary Desk in Walnut Wood with Side Drawers
Rare 18th-Century Double Notary Desk in Walnut Wood with Side Drawers

Rare 18th-Century Double Notary Desk in Walnut Wood with Side Drawers

Located in Pont-Saint-Martin, IT

Each side is fitted with two small drawers, originally intended for storing writing tools, ink bottles, documents, and other essential accessories.

Category

Mid-18th Century Italian Rustic Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Walnut

English Brass Bound Mahogany Lap Desk, Late 19th Century
English Brass Bound Mahogany Lap Desk, Late 19th Century

English Brass Bound Mahogany Lap Desk, Late 19th Century

Located in Beachwood, OH

The lid is hinged along the back and would open to reveal a fitted writing surface—traditionally lined in leather or baize—with internal compartments for pens, ink bottles, and paper...

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

Antique Regency Brass Inlaid Mahogany Traveling Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box
Antique Regency Brass Inlaid Mahogany Traveling Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box

Antique Regency Brass Inlaid Mahogany Traveling Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Lock is present and working with key. Two crystal ink bottles of a later period. This extra-large Writing Slope is one of the finest examples ever offered.

Category

19th Century English Georgian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk Writing Table Stationery Cabinet
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk Writing Table Stationery Cabinet

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk Writing Table Stationery Cabinet

Located in Suffolk, GB

The sloping writing surface opens to reveal a leather inset writing slope with further compartments beneath for stationery and ink bottles. The lower section is fitted with a cupboar...

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Satinwood, Walnut

Antique Regency Brass Bound Traveling Desk Wooden Mahogany Writing Slope Regency
Antique Regency Brass Bound Traveling Desk Wooden Mahogany Writing Slope Regency

Antique Regency Brass Bound Traveling Desk Wooden Mahogany Writing Slope Regency

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Lock and key are present but key does not activate lock, crystal ink bottle is of a later period, nice original firm hinges.

Category

19th Century English Regency Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

Antique Sterling Silver Double Inkstand by Robert Frederick Fox
Antique Sterling Silver Double Inkstand by Robert Frederick Fox

Antique Sterling Silver Double Inkstand by Robert Frederick Fox

By Robert Frederick Fox

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Dimensions Length 30cm/11.8" Width 15cm/5.9" Height 7.6cm/3" Weight 41.5 troy ounces/1291g (including glass ink bottles) Maker: Robert Frederick Fox Date: 1919 Origin: Lo...

Category

1910s English Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Napoleon III Style French Inkwell Made of Wood, Brass and Crystal
Napoleon III Style French Inkwell Made of Wood, Brass and Crystal

Napoleon III Style French Inkwell Made of Wood, Brass and Crystal

Located in Prato, Tuscany

Original and rare French inkwell; the entire large circular frame is made of dark wood, inside it is a brass tray above which is the housing for the ink bottle; the wooden parts have...

Category

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Novelty Inkwell (1885)
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Novelty Inkwell (1885)

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Novelty Inkwell (1885)

By Thomas Johnson II

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The Victorian silver male figure is embellished with details replicating his waistcoat attire and illustrative anatomical features. This antique ink bottle is fitted with a hinged c...

Category

1880s English Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Parcel Gilt Inkwell (1907)
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Parcel Gilt Inkwell (1907)

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Parcel Gilt Inkwell (1907)

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The cover opens to reveal the original gilded interior and circular glass ink bottle, fitted to a plain circular receiver.

Category

Early 1900s English Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Tortoise Inkwell (1903)
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Tortoise Inkwell (1903)

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Tortoise Inkwell (1903)

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Dimensions Length 30.2cm/11.89' Width 13.4cm/5.28' Height 10.3cm/4.06' Weight 37.6 troy ounces/1169.6g (excluding glass ink bottle) Maker: B Muller & Son (Berthold Muller) Date: 19...

Category

Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique French Brass Bound Boulle Desk Wooden Writing Slope ALPHONSE TAHAN Paris
Antique French Brass Bound Boulle Desk Wooden Writing Slope ALPHONSE TAHAN Paris

Antique French Brass Bound Boulle Desk Wooden Writing Slope ALPHONSE TAHAN Paris

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Interior features its original fitted letters section and a single ink bottle. The rectangular top lid with two highly ornate boulle work inlay detailing.

Category

19th Century French Regency Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

George III Sterling Silver Ladies Inkstand by Burrage Davenport, 1784
George III Sterling Silver Ladies Inkstand by Burrage Davenport, 1784

George III Sterling Silver Ladies Inkstand by Burrage Davenport, 1784

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Each internal compartment is fitted with a cut glass bottle. The ink, pen/quill and pounce bottles retain the original hallmarked plain silver cylindrical mounts fitted with push ...

Category

1780s English George III Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand by Charles & George Fox, 1846
Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand by Charles & George Fox, 1846

Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand by Charles & George Fox, 1846

By Charles Thomas Fox & George Fox

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The cast decoration is very sharp and the bright cut engraved ornamentation is very crisp. The ink bottle liners are in perfect condition. Full hallmarks struck to each piece, in a...

Category

1840s British Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

A large 19th century Japanese lacquer writing box with a secret compartment
A large 19th century Japanese lacquer writing box with a secret compartment

A large 19th century Japanese lacquer writing box with a secret compartment

Located in Central England, GB

Above this fitment is a further fitted section with places for an ink bottle, pens, stamps, and other small items.

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Other Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Lacquer

Antique 19th century English Mahogany veneered leather inlaid brown writing box
Antique 19th century English Mahogany veneered leather inlaid brown writing box

Antique 19th century English Mahogany veneered leather inlaid brown writing box

Located in Casteren, NL

The interior typically included compartments for ink bottles, pens, paper, and other writing essentials[3].

Category

19th Century English Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Mahogany

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Regency 19th Century Anglo-Indian Horn Ink Stand with One Crystal Ink Bottle
Regency 19th Century Anglo-Indian Horn Ink Stand with One Crystal Ink Bottle

Regency 19th Century Anglo-Indian Horn Ink Stand with One Crystal Ink Bottle

Located in New York, NY

Regency 19th century Anglo-Indian horn ink stand with one crystal ink bottle, one small horn cover, carved carrying handles.

Category

19th Century Indian Antique Ink Bottles

French Boulle Style Inlaid Ink-well
French Boulle Style Inlaid Ink-well

French Boulle Style Inlaid Ink-well

Unavailable

H 6 in W 13 in D 10.5 in

French Boulle Style Inlaid Ink-well

Located in Hudson, NY

A Boulle style inlaid Ink-stand with two ink bottles with bronze lids, and bronze accent pieces

Category

19th Century French Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Bronze

Regency Period Desk Piece
Regency Period Desk Piece

Regency Period Desk Piece

Unavailable

H 4 in W 15 in D 9 in

Regency Period Desk Piece

Located in Witney, OXFORDSHIRE

A very good Regency period ebony and brass inlaid desk piece with the original ink bottles, stoppers, taper holder and flame snuffer.

Category

1820s British Antique Ink Bottles

A Victorian Mahogany, Brass and Cut Glass Inkwell
A Victorian Mahogany, Brass and Cut Glass Inkwell

A Victorian Mahogany, Brass and Cut Glass Inkwell

Unavailable

H 7.88 in W 11.42 in D 9.26 in

A Victorian Mahogany, Brass and Cut Glass Inkwell

Located in London, GB

English Brass and mahogany inkwell with cut glass ink bottles. With one central drawer and raised on four cast brass paw feet.

Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

Executive Brass Inkstand
Executive Brass Inkstand

Executive Brass Inkstand

Unavailable

H 6 in W 19 in D 8 in

Executive Brass Inkstand

Located in Newport Beach, CA

An overscale heavy cast brass tray with separate hinged stamp box, and two heavy cut crystal ink bottles with separate brass dome lids.

Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

Empire Period Console and Desk, 19th Century
Empire Period Console and Desk, 19th Century

Empire Period Console and Desk, 19th Century

Unavailable

H 33.08 in W 32.29 in D 17.72 in

Empire Period Console and Desk, 19th Century

Located in Marseille, FR

Empire period console in mahogany forming a desk with a writing desk and supports for ink bottles. Gilt bronze featings. Restoration of use, minor losses and cracks on the desk.

Category

19th Century French Empire Antique Ink Bottles

19th Century Antique Victorian Silver Plated Novelty Inkstand, circa 1870
19th Century Antique Victorian Silver Plated Novelty Inkstand, circa 1870

19th Century Antique Victorian Silver Plated Novelty Inkstand, circa 1870

Located in 53-64 Chancery Lane, London

The bulbous circular hinged ink bottle has ornate oval cutting. Measures: Length 9 inches/23cm Width 6 inches/15cm.

Category

1870s British Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Silver Plate

English William IV Mahogany Tambour Writing Box with Drawer Serpentine Shaped
English William IV Mahogany Tambour Writing Box with Drawer Serpentine Shaped

English William IV Mahogany Tambour Writing Box with Drawer Serpentine Shaped

Located in Wells, ME

The tambour top is serpentine in shape, rolls back and reveals a place for writing utensils and ink (a removable open narrow box is ideal for pens or ink bottles). 

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Mid-19th Century English William IV Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Stationary Box & Inkstand
19th Century English Stationary Box & Inkstand

19th Century English Stationary Box & Inkstand

Unavailable

H 9 in W 12 in D 9 in

19th Century English Stationary Box & Inkstand

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

Late 19th century English stationary box and inkstand, consisting of a stationary box with hinged lid and interior fitted with silk covered insert, set on an inkstand with two clear ...

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19th Century Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Victorian Burr Walnut Stationary/Writing Box, Letter Rack, Scotland 1880, H970
Victorian Burr Walnut Stationary/Writing Box, Letter Rack, Scotland 1880, H970

Victorian Burr Walnut Stationary/Writing Box, Letter Rack, Scotland 1880, H970

Located in Vancouver, BC

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Stationary Box, Letter Rack, Writing Box, Scotland 1880, H970 Scotland 1880 Solid Walnut and Veneers Original Finish Shaped front upright form con...

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19th Century Scottish Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Walnut

French Walnut Burr Campaign Writing Slope Brass Inlay 19th C
French Walnut Burr Campaign Writing Slope Brass Inlay 19th C

French Walnut Burr Campaign Writing Slope Brass Inlay 19th C

Unavailable

H 3.94 in W 13.39 in D 10.63 in

French Walnut Burr Campaign Writing Slope Brass Inlay 19th C

By Napoléon III

Located in Cheltenham, GB

Opening to reveal a fitted interior, complete with a pair of original glass brass capped ink bottles. Primarily veneered in fine burr wood of wonderful colour and figure, enhanced b...

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Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

Edwardian Oak Cased and Chromed Display Barograph, circa 1890
Edwardian Oak Cased and Chromed Display Barograph, circa 1890

Edwardian Oak Cased and Chromed Display Barograph, circa 1890

Located in Norwich, Norfolk

Ivory mercury thermometer and knurled adjusting knob to the base plate for pen setting and original glass ink bottle. This barograph, when purchased by ‘Olde Time’ contained an or...

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1890s English Edwardian Antique Ink Bottles

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Chrome

Napoleon III Louis XV Revival Ormolu Mounted Ebonized Bonheur Du Jour
Napoleon III Louis XV Revival Ormolu Mounted Ebonized Bonheur Du Jour

Napoleon III Louis XV Revival Ormolu Mounted Ebonized Bonheur Du Jour

Located in Culver City, CA

Within the desk are copper topped ink bottles in small compartments with a pen well between them.

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19th Century French Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

Georgian Padauk Wood Bachelors Chest of Drawers with Writing Fitment, circa 1730
Georgian Padauk Wood Bachelors Chest of Drawers with Writing Fitment, circa 1730

Georgian Padauk Wood Bachelors Chest of Drawers with Writing Fitment, circa 1730

Located in GB

The right hand side is fitted for pens and an ink bottle. The brass handles, escutcheons and locks are all original.

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1730s British George II Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Padouk

Ink Well, English Sterling and Crystal Ink Well
Ink Well, English Sterling and Crystal Ink Well

Ink Well, English Sterling and Crystal Ink Well

Located in Summerland, CA

Beautiful English Hall marked sterling and cut crystal ink well. Cut crystal bottle with sterling lid sits on a exquisitely chased round silver base.

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1850s Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

George 111 Silver 3 Bottle Inkstand, 1793
George 111 Silver 3 Bottle Inkstand, 1793

George 111 Silver 3 Bottle Inkstand, 1793

Unavailable

H 3.25 in W 7.5 in D 5 in

George 111 Silver 3 Bottle Inkstand, 1793

By Henry Greenway

Located in London, GB

Good quality Georgian silver inkstand with 2 bottles for ink and one for sanding Made by Henry Greenway of London.

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1790s English George III Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Mahogany Cased Barograph by Negretti and Zambra, London
Antique Mahogany Cased Barograph by Negretti and Zambra, London

Antique Mahogany Cased Barograph by Negretti and Zambra, London

By Negretti & Zambra

Located in Norwich, Norfolk

Adjustable pen set, original ink holder and bottle, Fine mahogany case with central chart drawer with heavily bevelled glass to al panels, circa 1925.

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1920s English Other Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian 1895 Blown Glass and Sterling Silver Ink Bottle
Antique Victorian 1895 Blown Glass and Sterling Silver Ink Bottle

Antique Victorian 1895 Blown Glass and Sterling Silver Ink Bottle

By Horace Woodward & Co. Ltd.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This exceptional antique Victorian glass and sterling silver ink bottle has a circular rounded, shaped form.

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1890s British Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Set of Three 19th Century Japanese Ceramic Ink Bottles
Set of Three 19th Century Japanese Ceramic Ink Bottles

Set of Three 19th Century Japanese Ceramic Ink Bottles

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of three 19th century Japanese ink bottles Ceramic, earthenware, stoneware 1.

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Late 19th Century Japanese Industrial Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Stoneware, Cork

Antique Victorian 1890s Cut Glass and Sterling Silver Ink Bottle and Stand
Antique Victorian 1890s Cut Glass and Sterling Silver Ink Bottle and Stand

Antique Victorian 1890s Cut Glass and Sterling Silver Ink Bottle and Stand

By Horace Woodward & Co. Ltd.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The swept border of the circular stand is embellished with further embossed scrolling leaf decoration, reflecting the ornamentation to the ink bottle cover. Dimensions Height 1...

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1890s English Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early 19th Century Regency Ivory Ink Stand
Early 19th Century Regency Ivory Ink Stand

Early 19th Century Regency Ivory Ink Stand

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H 4 in W 5.3 in D 4.25 in

Early 19th Century Regency Ivory Ink Stand

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Stands On 4 Feet, Single Ink Bottle.

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19th Century English Antique Ink Bottles

Tortoise and Mother of Pearl Ink Well
Tortoise and Mother of Pearl Ink Well

Tortoise and Mother of Pearl Ink Well

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H 6.5 in W 12.5 in D 10 in

Tortoise and Mother of Pearl Ink Well

Located in Dallas, TX

a 19th century ink well with small drawer, covered with tortoise shell and mother of pearl, having two cut crystal ink bottles with sterling lids

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19th Century Unknown Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver Inkstand by Hamilton & Inches
Antique Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver Inkstand by Hamilton & Inches

Antique Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver Inkstand by Hamilton & Inches

By Hamilton & Inches Ltd.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The body of this antique silver inkstand incorporates two ink bottle receivers, retaining the original square glass ink bottles with cut glass ornamentation.

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Early 1900s Scottish Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Gallery Desk Standish, Antique Victorian
Sterling Silver Gallery Desk Standish, Antique Victorian

Sterling Silver Gallery Desk Standish, Antique Victorian

By Charles Stuart Harris

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The internal compartments retain the original square cut glass glass ink bottles. The ink bottles are fitted with the original plain hallmarked silver cylindrical mounts with hinged...

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1890s Great Britain (UK) Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Gallery Inkstand
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Gallery Inkstand

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Gallery Inkstand

By Walter and John Barnard

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The underside of each bottle bears a cut-glass star motif. The ink bottles retain the original plain hallmarked silver cylindrical mounts fitted with hinged hallmarked covers.

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1880s English Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

English Sterling Silver Inkwell
English Sterling Silver Inkwell

English Sterling Silver Inkwell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Great-looking 19th Century English sterling silver inkwell with 2 ink bottles and candle holder on four legged tray.

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19th Century English Antique Ink Bottles

English Mahogany Lap Desk on Stand
English Mahogany Lap Desk on Stand

English Mahogany Lap Desk on Stand

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H 24.25 in W 21 in D 12 in

English Mahogany Lap Desk on Stand

Located in Woodbury, CT

Well outfitted English mahogany lap desk complete with ink bottles. Sometimes referred to as a campaign desk, this lap desk features brass side handles and brass straps.

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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Ink Bottles

Materials

Brass

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Antique Ink Bottles For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique ink bottles is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and silver, all antique ink bottles available were constructed with great care. Antique ink bottles have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 19th Century. Antique ink bottles bearing Victorian or Georgian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique ink bottles over the years, but those made by George Fox, Henry Chawner and Horace Woodward & Co. Ltd. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Ink Bottles?

Prices for antique ink bottles start at $335 and top out at $1,750 with the average selling for $850.