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Antique Napoléon III. Inkwell from Bronze and Porcelain, Paris, France, 1839
Antique Napoléon III. Inkwell from Bronze and Porcelain, Paris, France, 1839

Antique Napoléon III. Inkwell from Bronze and Porcelain, Paris, France, 1839

$910

Antique Napoléon III. Inkwell from Bronze and Porcelain, Paris, France, 1839

Located in Greven, DE

Exceptional antique Inkwell with rich bronze ornaments and three porcelain vessels. The ink jars are painted in a beautiful rich green and embellished with gold colour. France, 1839....

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze

Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Inkwell from France, C. 1840
Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Inkwell from France, C. 1840

Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Inkwell from France, C. 1840

$1,800

Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Inkwell from France, C. 1840

Located in Dallas, TX

Today, this highly refined Napoleon III Inkwell would serve as a decorative and functional statement piece on any desk.

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1840s French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Metal, Bronze

Important Napoleon III Lion Inkwell, 19th Century
Important Napoleon III Lion Inkwell, 19th Century

Important Napoleon III Lion Inkwell, 19th Century

$1,401

Important Napoleon III Lion Inkwell, 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Office inkwell in Siena yellow marble and bronze Napoleon III 19th century 34cm x 20cm Very good condition.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Marble

Important Napoleon III Lion Inkwell, 19th Century
Important Napoleon III Lion Inkwell, 19th Century

Important Napoleon III Lion Inkwell, 19th Century

$2,160

Important Napoleon III Lion Inkwell, 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Important Napoleon III lion inkwell, 19th century In veined yellow Siena marble, centered with a lion's head with a long mane in bronze with dark patina, surrounded by two finely chi...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Marble

Gilt Brass Rococo Inkwell, Napoleon III, 19th Century
Gilt Brass Rococo Inkwell, Napoleon III, 19th Century

Gilt Brass Rococo Inkwell, Napoleon III, 19th Century

$550Sale Price|30% Off

Gilt Brass Rococo Inkwell, Napoleon III, 19th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

A 19th-century French inkwell in gilded brass, designed in the Napoleon III style with Rococo influence.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Metal, Brass

French Champlevé Enamel Inkwell, Napoleon III, 19th Century
French Champlevé Enamel Inkwell, Napoleon III, 19th Century

French Champlevé Enamel Inkwell, Napoleon III, 19th Century

$1,130Sale Price|30% Off

French Champlevé Enamel Inkwell, Napoleon III, 19th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

A French Champlevé enamel inkwell from the 19th century, created in the opulent Napoleon III style.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Brass, Bronze, Enamel

Champlevé Enamel Inkwell on Tray, Napoleon III, 19th Century, France
Champlevé Enamel Inkwell on Tray, Napoleon III, 19th Century, France

Champlevé Enamel Inkwell on Tray, Napoleon III, 19th Century, France

$1,346Sale Price|25% Off

Champlevé Enamel Inkwell on Tray, Napoleon III, 19th Century, France

Located in Lisbon, PT

A 19th century French inkwell in Champlevé enamel and bronze, mounted on an integrated tray with pen holders, in the Napoleon III style.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze

Pair Of French Champlevé Desk Inkwells, Napoleon III, 19th Century
Pair Of French Champlevé Desk Inkwells, Napoleon III, 19th Century

Pair Of French Champlevé Desk Inkwells, Napoleon III, 19th Century

$2,263Sale Price / set|40% Off

Pair Of French Champlevé Desk Inkwells, Napoleon III, 19th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

A French pair of Champlevé enamel inkwells from the 19th century, created in the opulent Napoleon III style: - A 19th century French inkwell in Champlevé enamel and bronze, mounted ...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Brass, Bronze, Enamel

19th-Century Napoleon III Period Inkwell Made Of Marquetry And Brass.
19th-Century Napoleon III Period Inkwell Made Of Marquetry And Brass.

19th-Century Napoleon III Period Inkwell Made Of Marquetry And Brass.

$1,027

19th-Century Napoleon III Period Inkwell Made Of Marquetry And Brass.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

19th-century Napoleon III-era inkwell made of marquetry and brass. 19th-century inkwell made of marquetry and brass, from the Napoleon III era.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Brass

Napoleon III Period Gilt-Bronze and Crystal Inkwell Set, circa 1870
Napoleon III Period Gilt-Bronze and Crystal Inkwell Set, circa 1870

Napoleon III Period Gilt-Bronze and Crystal Inkwell Set, circa 1870

$5,885

Napoleon III Period Gilt-Bronze and Crystal Inkwell Set, circa 1870

Located in Atlanta, GA

A gilt-bronze and crystal desk set of the Napoleon III period. Composed of two crystal ink wells, a raised pen tray, and a sculptural depiction of a female figure riding a tiger. All...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze

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

$759

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

Located in Prato, Tuscany

The inkwell was created in the Napoleon III style between 1875 and 1880 by a master cabinetmaker in a qualified carpenter's workshop in the town of Pont-De-Beauvoisin, a French commu...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Crystal, Brass

An inkwell and Two Candlesticks from the 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.
An inkwell and Two Candlesticks from the 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

An inkwell and Two Candlesticks from the 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

$4,087 / set

An inkwell and Two Candlesticks from the 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

An ormolu, enamelled and cloisonné inkwell and two candlesticks from the 19th century, Napoleon III period.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze

19th Century French Napoleon III Marble Double Inkwell with Bronze Mounted Lids
19th Century French Napoleon III Marble Double Inkwell with Bronze Mounted Lids

19th Century French Napoleon III Marble Double Inkwell with Bronze Mounted Lids

$975

19th Century French Napoleon III Marble Double Inkwell with Bronze Mounted Lids

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a desk, library, or study with this elegant antique French double inkwell. Crafted in France circa 1880 during the Napoleon III period, the writing accessory is made of rich...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century Napoleon III Marble Inkwell Moses by Michelangelo
19th Century Napoleon III Marble Inkwell Moses by Michelangelo

19th Century Napoleon III Marble Inkwell Moses by Michelangelo

$2,627Sale Price|25% Off

19th Century Napoleon III Marble Inkwell Moses by Michelangelo

Located in Paris, FR

19th century black marble inkwell surmounted by a patinated bronze statue featuring Moses by Michelangelo. The statue of Moses, commissioned in 1505 by Pope Julius II for his tomb an...

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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Marble, Bronze

An Ormolu and Marble Inkwell, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.
An Ormolu and Marble Inkwell, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

An Ormolu and Marble Inkwell, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

$2,569

An Ormolu and Marble Inkwell, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

An ormolu and marble inkwell, 19th century, Napoleon III period. A Louis XVI style inkwell, 19th century, Napoleon III period in marble and ormolu depicting a putto.

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Marble, Bronze

French Empire Napoleon III Bizantine Bronze Ormolu Inkwell or Inkstand
French Empire Napoleon III Bizantine Bronze Ormolu Inkwell or Inkstand

French Empire Napoleon III Bizantine Bronze Ormolu Inkwell or Inkstand

$1,430Sale Price|35% Off

French Empire Napoleon III Bizantine Bronze Ormolu Inkwell or Inkstand

Located in Miami, FL

Exquisite Bizantine French 19th century Empire Napoleon III gilded bronze inkwell. This handcrafted antique desk accessory bears the makers mark on the bottom is of exceptional qual...

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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze

Napoleon lll, French Inkwell Desk Set, Boulle Inlay, Tortoise, France, 19th c.
Napoleon lll, French Inkwell Desk Set, Boulle Inlay, Tortoise, France, 19th c.

Napoleon lll, French Inkwell Desk Set, Boulle Inlay, Tortoise, France, 19th c.

$1,800

Napoleon lll, French Inkwell Desk Set, Boulle Inlay, Tortoise, France, 19th c.

Located in Stamford, CT

Napoleon lll, French Inkwell Desk Set, Boulle Inlay, Tortoise Shell, France, 19th century A superb and increasingly rare antique Napoleon III period Boulle inlay inkstand, exemplify...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Tortoise Shell

French Napoleon Green Marble Office Inkwell With Feather wipe Sponge Holder
French Napoleon Green Marble Office Inkwell With Feather wipe Sponge Holder

French Napoleon Green Marble Office Inkwell With Feather wipe Sponge Holder

$803Sale Price|61% Off

French Napoleon Green Marble Office Inkwell With Feather wipe Sponge Holder

By French House & Garden

Located in Valladolid, ES

France Office writing or inkwell of golden bronze and green marble, Siglo XIX, Period of Napoleon III alto: 16cm, ancho: 49 cm, fondo: 26 cm Spectacular tintero in dark green marmol...

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1880s French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Marble, Ormolu

Napoleon III Baccarat Crystal Glass and Gilt Bronze Inkwell of Impressive Size
Napoleon III Baccarat Crystal Glass and Gilt Bronze Inkwell of Impressive Size

Napoleon III Baccarat Crystal Glass and Gilt Bronze Inkwell of Impressive Size

$9,938

Napoleon III Baccarat Crystal Glass and Gilt Bronze Inkwell of Impressive Size

Located in London, GB

A quite stunning French cut crystal inkwell of substantial size, with extremely elegantly worked neoclassical mounts, intricate scrolling filigree and very finely detailed sphinx's a...

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1860s French Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze

Gilded Bronze, Enameled Earthenware Inkstand, Japanese Style, Napoleon III Era.
Gilded Bronze, Enameled Earthenware Inkstand, Japanese Style, Napoleon III Era.

Gilded Bronze, Enameled Earthenware Inkstand, Japanese Style, Napoleon III Era.

$5,605

Gilded Bronze, Enameled Earthenware Inkstand, Japanese Style, Napoleon III Era.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Gilded bronze and enameled earthenware inkstand, Japanese style, Napoleon III era, 19th century. Japanese inkstand, from the Napoleon III period, 19th century, enameled earthenware ...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze

Napoleon III Black Gutta Percha Inkstand, Late 19th Century
Napoleon III Black Gutta Percha Inkstand, Late 19th Century

Napoleon III Black Gutta Percha Inkstand, Late 19th Century

$2,500

Napoleon III Black Gutta Percha Inkstand, Late 19th Century

Located in Spencertown, NY

The black inkstand with a molded lion decoration with a shell pen tray. The two glass inkwells on either end.

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Rubber

Patinated And Gilded Bronze Inkstand From The Napoleon III Period, 19th Century.
Patinated And Gilded Bronze Inkstand From The Napoleon III Period, 19th Century.

Patinated And Gilded Bronze Inkstand From The Napoleon III Period, 19th Century.

$4,437

Patinated And Gilded Bronze Inkstand From The Napoleon III Period, 19th Century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Patinated and gilded bronze inkstand from the Napoleon III period, 19th century, in Japanese style. Japanese-style inkstand, from the Napoleon III period, 19th century, in patinated...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze

French Victorian Boule Brass Inkwell
French Victorian Boule Brass Inkwell

French Victorian Boule Brass Inkwell

$5,500

French Victorian Boule Brass Inkwell

Located in Queens, NY

French Victorian Boulle-style square tortoise shell and brass inlaid inkwell with crystal well.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Crystal, Brass

Nice Inkwell of the 19th Century
Nice Inkwell of the 19th Century

Nice Inkwell of the 19th Century

$1,775Sale Price|20% Off

Nice Inkwell of the 19th Century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

"Nice inkwell of the 19th century with its two ink receptacles and the stamp holder" Inkwell, Napoleon III period, gilt bronze and glass, 19th century, with its two ink receptacles ...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze

19th Century French Bronze and Marble Inkwell
19th Century French Bronze and Marble Inkwell

19th Century French Bronze and Marble Inkwell

$19,850

19th Century French Bronze and Marble Inkwell

Located in New Orleans, LA

Crafted of brilliant doré bronze and fine brocatelle marble, this wonderful Napoleon III-period inkwell is as functional as it is beautiful.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Marble, Bronze

Inkwell of the XIXth Century in Gilded Bronze
Inkwell of the XIXth Century in Gilded Bronze

Inkwell of the XIXth Century in Gilded Bronze

$1,681Sale Price|20% Off

Inkwell of the XIXth Century in Gilded Bronze

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

"Inkwell of the XIXth Century in gilded bronze" Inkwell, Napoleon III period, gilt bronze, 19th century.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze

Inkwell In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, 19th century
Inkwell In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, 19th century

Inkwell In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, 19th century

$308

Inkwell In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, 19th century

Located in Bilzen, BE

Inkwell in gilded bronze and crystal from the second half of the 19th century Original gilding in perfect condition 19th century, Napoleon III 8.2 x 10.6 cm, total height 8.2 cm

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Crystal, Bronze

19th Century Malachite and Gilt Bronze Inkwell
19th Century Malachite and Gilt Bronze Inkwell

19th Century Malachite and Gilt Bronze Inkwell

$2,540Sale Price|25% Off

19th Century Malachite and Gilt Bronze Inkwell

Located in Paris, FR

19th century malachite inkwell. The circular plate for resting a fountain pen houses a crystal inkpot in its center. The plate and the inkpot's stopper are embellished with a gilt br...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Crystal, Malachite

Double Inkwell of the XIXth Century in Gilded Bronze
Double Inkwell of the XIXth Century in Gilded Bronze

Double Inkwell of the XIXth Century in Gilded Bronze

$2,055Sale Price|20% Off

Double Inkwell of the XIXth Century in Gilded Bronze

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Double inkwell of the XIXth Century in gilded bronze Important double inkwell, Napoleon III period, gilded bronze with nice neo-classical decorations, XIXth century.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze

Inkwell FRENCH MANUFACTURING OF THE EARLY 20th Century
Inkwell FRENCH MANUFACTURING OF THE EARLY 20th Century

Inkwell FRENCH MANUFACTURING OF THE EARLY 20th Century

$1,681

Inkwell FRENCH MANUFACTURING OF THE EARLY 20th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Inkwell FRENCH MANUFACTURING OF THE EARLY 1900s Empire style inkwell in yellow Siena marble with gilded bronze inkwells and sphinx. 48 x 23 cm Height 20.

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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Marble

19th century French gilt and marble inkwell circa 1870
19th century French gilt and marble inkwell circa 1870

19th century French gilt and marble inkwell circa 1870

$788

19th century French gilt and marble inkwell circa 1870

Located in Central England, GB

This fine quality inkwell was produced in France and dates to circa 1870. It is made from figured Carrara marble, which has been turned to produce the foot and body with gilt bronze ...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Marble

A Patinated Bronze Sculptural Inkwell By Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux
A Patinated Bronze Sculptural Inkwell By Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux

A Patinated Bronze Sculptural Inkwell By Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux

$20,561

A Patinated Bronze Sculptural Inkwell By Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux

By Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

An Unusual Patinated Bronze Sculptural Inkwell By Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux (1827–1875). Modelled as a fountain with pedestal surmounted by a bust of ‘Rieur napolitain’ (The Laughing N...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze

19th Century Parakeet Perch Inkwell Candlesticks: Ink 'n' Perch Delight!
19th Century Parakeet Perch Inkwell Candlesticks: Ink 'n' Perch Delight!

19th Century Parakeet Perch Inkwell Candlesticks: Ink 'n' Perch Delight!

$1,500 / set

19th Century Parakeet Perch Inkwell Candlesticks: Ink 'n' Perch Delight!

Located in New York, NY

These exquisite 19th-century bronze parakeet on perch candlestick inkwells showcase the fine craftsmanship of the era. Each inkwell features a beautifully designed parakeet with a hi...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze

Unusual Architected Marble Bronze and Crystal Inkwell, Italy, 1890
Unusual Architected Marble Bronze and Crystal Inkwell, Italy, 1890

Unusual Architected Marble Bronze and Crystal Inkwell, Italy, 1890

$1,681Sale Price|20% Off

Unusual Architected Marble Bronze and Crystal Inkwell, Italy, 1890

Located in Brussels, BE

A cut crystal inkwell inserted in a massive architectural beige marble base. Probably Italy around 1890.

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Late 19th Century Italian Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Marble, Crystal, Bronze

19th-Century French Gilt-Bronze and Marble Figural Inkwell By F. Barbedienne
19th-Century French Gilt-Bronze and Marble Figural Inkwell By F. Barbedienne

19th-Century French Gilt-Bronze and Marble Figural Inkwell By F. Barbedienne

$6,715

19th-Century French Gilt-Bronze and Marble Figural Inkwell By F. Barbedienne

By F. Barbedienne Foundry

Located in Dublin, IE

A Fine 19th-Century French Gilt-Bronze and Marble Figural Inkwell By F. Barbedienne, Paris. A richly detailed Napoleon III period gilt-bronze inkwell, the central figure cast and fi...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Marble, Ormolu

19th-Century French Bronze Bulldog Inkwell by M. Bertin on Marble Base
19th-Century French Bronze Bulldog Inkwell by M. Bertin on Marble Base

19th-Century French Bronze Bulldog Inkwell by M. Bertin on Marble Base

$1,000

19th-Century French Bronze Bulldog Inkwell by M. Bertin on Marble Base

Located in New York, NY

An exquisite 19th-century French inkwell, featuring a finely detailed bronze bulldog, signed by the artist M. Bertin. The bulldog, with its characteristic strong and determined expre...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Marble, Bronze

An Exquisite and Rare French Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Bloodstone Inkwell
An Exquisite and Rare French Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Bloodstone Inkwell

An Exquisite and Rare French Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Bloodstone Inkwell

$124,900

An Exquisite and Rare French Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Bloodstone Inkwell

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

An Exquisite and Rare French Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Bloodstone Inkwell, circa 1875. A truly exceptional and jewel like quality inkwell encrier, made with the finest ormolu, ...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze, Ormolu

Bronze Inkwell Sculpture "Les Moutons à L'abreuvoir" by Jules Moigniez
Bronze Inkwell Sculpture "Les Moutons à L'abreuvoir" by Jules Moigniez

Bronze Inkwell Sculpture "Les Moutons à L'abreuvoir" by Jules Moigniez

$3,941Sale Price|25% Off

Bronze Inkwell Sculpture "Les Moutons à L'abreuvoir" by Jules Moigniez

By Jules Moigniez

Located in Paris, FR

Bronze inkwell sculpture with nuanced brown patination. Two ink pots are cleverly hidden at either end of the sculpture: One in the stump of the tree and the other under a rock. Moig...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Brass, Bronze

Inkwell in red marble with "Allegory of writing" in gilt bronze, signed H.CHAPU
Inkwell in red marble with "Allegory of writing" in gilt bronze, signed H.CHAPU

Inkwell in red marble with "Allegory of writing" in gilt bronze, signed H.CHAPU

$4,379Sale Price|25% Off

Inkwell in red marble with "Allegory of writing" in gilt bronze, signed H.CHAPU

By Henri Chapu

Located in Paris, FR

Inkwell in red Griotte marble and gilt bronze representing an allegory of writing by Henri Chapu (1833-1891). This old 19th century inkstand is composed of a penholder hollowed out o...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Griotte Marble, Bronze

Gilded Bronze and Turquoise Enameled Earthenware Inkstand By Theodore Deck.
Gilded Bronze and Turquoise Enameled Earthenware Inkstand By Theodore Deck.

Gilded Bronze and Turquoise Enameled Earthenware Inkstand By Theodore Deck.

$7,941

Gilded Bronze and Turquoise Enameled Earthenware Inkstand By Theodore Deck.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Gilded bronze and turquoise enameled earthenware inkstand by Theodore Deck from the Napoleon III period, 19th century. Inkwell by Theodore Deck, from the Napoleon III period, 19th c...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze

French gilt bronze and marble inkstand of a majestic lioness, circa 1850
French gilt bronze and marble inkstand of a majestic lioness, circa 1850

French gilt bronze and marble inkstand of a majestic lioness, circa 1850

$2,762

French gilt bronze and marble inkstand of a majestic lioness, circa 1850

Located in Central England, GB

This highly decorative mid 19th century desk inkstand is in the form of a recumbent lioness. She is very finely detailed and is cast in solid bronze with a hand chased and gilt finis...

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Marble, Bronze

French Louis XV1 Style Malachite and Gilt Bronze Pen Tray
French Louis XV1 Style Malachite and Gilt Bronze Pen Tray

French Louis XV1 Style Malachite and Gilt Bronze Pen Tray

$2,250

French Louis XV1 Style Malachite and Gilt Bronze Pen Tray

Located in Montreal, QC

This luxurious encrier de bureau is raised on scrolling and leafy feet mounting a malachite-finished base. The tray itself is modelled as a shell rising to a spring-loaded pen holder...

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1850s French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Malachite, Bronze

19th Century Bronze Dore Napolean Ink Well, France.
19th Century Bronze Dore Napolean Ink Well, France.

19th Century Bronze Dore Napolean Ink Well, France.

$4,885

19th Century Bronze Dore Napolean Ink Well, France.

Located in Atlanta, GA

An Encrier set with richly-veined Verde Antico marble base mounted with pair gilt-bronze inkwells flanked on either side of a Napolean bust. The marble base with pen tray rest on sh...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Marble, Bronze

French gilt bronze ink stand depicting a young man harvesting circa 1860
French gilt bronze ink stand depicting a young man harvesting circa 1860

French gilt bronze ink stand depicting a young man harvesting circa 1860

$1,240

French gilt bronze ink stand depicting a young man harvesting circa 1860

Located in Central England, GB

This wonderfully detailed bronze inkstand is of unusably small proportions and was made to compliment a lady's writing table most likely. It is of an oval form with a moulded base wh...

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1860s French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze

A 19th century French Empire green figured marble and ormolu inkstand C 1870
A 19th century French Empire green figured marble and ormolu inkstand C 1870

A 19th century French Empire green figured marble and ormolu inkstand C 1870

$1,596

A 19th century French Empire green figured marble and ormolu inkstand C 1870

Located in Central England, GB

This very stylish French Empire gilt bronze and marble inkstand is a fine example. It is made from superb figured green marble. The triform base is raised onto bronze pads. The mai...

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Marble, Ormolu

19th Century Vieille Garde Sculpture on Inkstand by A. Le Véel and Susse Frères
19th Century Vieille Garde Sculpture on Inkstand by A. Le Véel and Susse Frères

19th Century Vieille Garde Sculpture on Inkstand by A. Le Véel and Susse Frères

$9,300

19th Century Vieille Garde Sculpture on Inkstand by A. Le Véel and Susse Frères

By Susse Freres, Armand LeVeel 1

Located in North Miami, FL

Late 19th century Napoleon III 'Vieille Garde' sculpture with inkwells and marble base inkstand by Armand Le Véel and Susse Frères, France By: Armand Le Véel, Susse Frères Material:...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Stone, Marble, Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin

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Napoleon III Inkwell Writing Case Rosewood Porcelain And Gilt Bronze
Napoleon III Inkwell Writing Case Rosewood Porcelain And Gilt Bronze

Napoleon III Inkwell Writing Case Rosewood Porcelain And Gilt Bronze

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H 8 in W 10 in D 13 in

Napoleon III Inkwell Writing Case Rosewood Porcelain And Gilt Bronze

Located in CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE, FR

Large writing case with compartments, forming an inkwell and pen holder, from the Napoleon III period, in rosewood marquetry and interiors of the compartments in speckled maple, with...

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1870s European Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Bronze

19th Century Superb French Inkwell, Napoleon III
19th Century Superb French Inkwell, Napoleon III

19th Century Superb French Inkwell, Napoleon III

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H 8.27 in W 11.42 in D 4.73 in

19th Century Superb French Inkwell, Napoleon III

Located in Paris, FR

19th French Inkwell superb Napoleon III wood e dore bronze '

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

French Napoleon III Black Portoro Marble Inkwell Desk Set
French Napoleon III Black Portoro Marble Inkwell Desk Set

French Napoleon III Black Portoro Marble Inkwell Desk Set

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H 3.15 in W 13.78 in D 7.88 in

French Napoleon III Black Portoro Marble Inkwell Desk Set

Located in Antwerp, BE

19th century Napoleon III French inkwell set. Carved from Italian portoro marble with brass mounts and feet.

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Marble

19th Century French Gilded Bronze Inkwell in Napoleon III Period
19th Century French Gilded Bronze Inkwell in Napoleon III Period

19th Century French Gilded Bronze Inkwell in Napoleon III Period

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H 5.91 in W 16.54 in D 7.49 in

19th Century French Gilded Bronze Inkwell in Napoleon III Period

Located in Paris, FR

19th French Gilded Bronze Inkwell in Napoleon III Period

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Napoleon III Period Boulle Inkwell with Tortoise Shell Inlay
Napoleon III Period Boulle Inkwell with Tortoise Shell Inlay

Napoleon III Period Boulle Inkwell with Tortoise Shell Inlay

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H 3.5 in W 10 in D 7 in

Napoleon III Period Boulle Inkwell with Tortoise Shell Inlay

Located in Charleston, SC

Fine inkwell in typical André-Charles Boulle style with an ebonized wood frame covered by brass and tortoise shell inlays. Adorned with bronzes representing the Sun King (Louis XIV) ...

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1860s French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Inkwell in Boiled Cardboard Lacquered Napoleon III Period Inspired by Asia
Inkwell in Boiled Cardboard Lacquered Napoleon III Period Inspired by Asia

Inkwell in Boiled Cardboard Lacquered Napoleon III Period Inspired by Asia

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H 6.7 in W 5.91 in D 9.65 in

Inkwell in Boiled Cardboard Lacquered Napoleon III Period Inspired by Asia

Located in Tours, FR

Lovely boiled inkwell boiled Napoleon III period decorated with Asia inspired birds and insects on a jaspered red and brown background.

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1860s French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Composition

19th Napoleon III French Inkwell Gilt Bronze
19th Napoleon III French Inkwell Gilt Bronze

19th Napoleon III French Inkwell Gilt Bronze

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H 9.85 in W 13.78 in D 9.85 in

19th Napoleon III French Inkwell Gilt Bronze

By François Linke

Located in Paris, FR

19th Napoleon III French exceptional Inkwell gilt bronze chiseled, fine quality.

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19th Century Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Inkwell Imposing Bust of Napoleon, Paris Napoleon III Period Circa 1850
Inkwell Imposing Bust of Napoleon, Paris Napoleon III Period Circa 1850

Inkwell Imposing Bust of Napoleon, Paris Napoleon III Period Circa 1850

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H 9.06 in W 14.57 in D 8.27 in

Inkwell Imposing Bust of Napoleon, Paris Napoleon III Period Circa 1850

Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, Provence

Inkwell Imposing Bust of Napoleon, Paris Napoleon III Period Circa 1850 Impressive inkwell Empire style of Empire, composed of massive sea green marble and gilded bronze.

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

French Napoleon III Ormolu and Marble Inkstand
French Napoleon III Ormolu and Marble Inkstand

French Napoleon III Ormolu and Marble Inkstand

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H 24 in W 20 in D 12 in

French Napoleon III Ormolu and Marble Inkstand

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

(Encrier) circa 1840 After the Antoine Cosysevox. Bronze depicting Fame riding Pegasus.      

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1840s European Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Ormolu Inkwell
Ormolu Inkwell

Ormolu Inkwell

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H 4.75 in W 3.75 in D 2.75 in

Ormolu Inkwell

Located in Folkestone, Kent

An attractive late 19th century ormolu inkwell in the form of a mythical woodland house, approached by a rickety sweeping staircase. Probably French.    

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Ormolu

French Inckwell in Brass and Ebony, Boulle Marquetry Napoleon III, Period 19th
French Inckwell in Brass and Ebony, Boulle Marquetry Napoleon III, Period 19th

French Inckwell in Brass and Ebony, Boulle Marquetry Napoleon III, Period 19th

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H 6.7 in W 13 in D 10.24 in

French Inckwell in Brass and Ebony, Boulle Marquetry Napoleon III, Period 19th

Located in Manduel, FR

Period Napoleon III. Perfect condition. Inkwell opening on a drawer, with an important center handle and foot gilded bronze.

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Exceptional and Rare Inkwell, Gilded Bronze, Porcelain Plates, France
Exceptional and Rare Inkwell, Gilded Bronze, Porcelain Plates, France

Exceptional and Rare Inkwell, Gilded Bronze, Porcelain Plates, France

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H 5.12 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in

Exceptional and Rare Inkwell, Gilded Bronze, Porcelain Plates, France

By L'Escalier de Cristal

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Napoleon III period, attributed to "the Crystal Staircase" Our inkwell model is similar to that preserved in the Wallace Collection in London, which differs by the use of Sèvres Por...

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Mid-19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Marble Desk Inkwell, with Gilt Bronze
19th Century Marble Desk Inkwell, with Gilt Bronze

19th Century Marble Desk Inkwell, with Gilt Bronze

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H 6.7 in W 11.82 in D 7.09 in

19th Century Marble Desk Inkwell, with Gilt Bronze

Located in PALERMO, IT

Elegant inkwell made of antique yellow marble, with applications and central eagle in finely chiseled and gilded bronze.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th Century French Napoleon III inkstand in Bronze Gold
19th Century French Napoleon III inkstand in Bronze Gold

19th Century French Napoleon III inkstand in Bronze Gold

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H 2.76 in W 9.85 in D 6.7 in

19th Century French Napoleon III inkstand in Bronze Gold

Located in Paris, FR

19th French Napoleon III inkstand in Bronze Gold

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Very Imposing 19th Century Inkwell on the Marble Base, circa 1860
Very Imposing 19th Century Inkwell on the Marble Base, circa 1860

Very Imposing 19th Century Inkwell on the Marble Base, circa 1860

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H 12.41 in W 17.72 in D 9.85 in

Very Imposing 19th Century Inkwell on the Marble Base, circa 1860

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very imposing 19th century inkwell, the Greek or Roman warrior bronze statue positioned on top of the inkwell as well as two bronze urns used for the ink and the sand. The inkwell ...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French 19th century green marble and gilt bronze inkstand
French 19th century green marble and gilt bronze inkstand

French 19th century green marble and gilt bronze inkstand

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H 10.24 in W 14.18 in D 7.49 in

French 19th century green marble and gilt bronze inkstand

Located in Paris, FR

A rectangular green marble and gilt bronze inkstand composed of two inkwells hemmed with fluted frieze and crosspiece with their lids chiselled with foliages and pine cone atop and a...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Continental Bronze Crab Form Inkstand
Continental Bronze Crab Form Inkstand

Continental Bronze Crab Form Inkstand

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H 3 in W 9 in D 6.5 in

Continental Bronze Crab Form Inkstand

Located in Mississauga, ON

An early 20th century, Continental bronze inkstand in the form of a crab with glass inkpot.

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Mid-19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Napoleon III Inkwell by Maison Giroux
Napoleon III Inkwell by Maison Giroux

Napoleon III Inkwell by Maison Giroux

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H 4.25 in W 5.25 in D 0.1 in

Napoleon III Inkwell by Maison Giroux

By Maison Giroux

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A Napoleon III inkwell by Maison Giroux, in the form of a classical urn on an oval base with a hinged cover surmounted by a bud finial, ram’s head finials and entwined initial on the...

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1860s French Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Ivory, Tulipwood

19th Century Napoleon III Inkwell with Putto Playing the Drum
19th Century Napoleon III Inkwell with Putto Playing the Drum

19th Century Napoleon III Inkwell with Putto Playing the Drum

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H 7.88 in W 11.42 in D 6.3 in

19th Century Napoleon III Inkwell with Putto Playing the Drum

Located in Paris, FR

It is set on a green "Vert de Mer" marble base and four toupie feet. Napoleon III period. Good vintage condition. circa 1870 Dimensions: W 11.4 in x D 6.3 in x H 7.9 in.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Napoleon III Desk Inkwell in Boulle Marquetry, France, 19th Century
Napoleon III Desk Inkwell in Boulle Marquetry, France, 19th Century

Napoleon III Desk Inkwell in Boulle Marquetry, France, 19th Century

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H 4.73 in W 8.67 in D 5.91 in

Napoleon III Desk Inkwell in Boulle Marquetry, France, 19th Century

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in Paris, FR

Napoleon III inkwell in Boulle style Marquetry in a special Queen's style marquetry composition of Brass and mother of pearl in all facades even on its back.

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Brass

NAP. III Inkwell Sign, Tahan a Paris Enamel Blue and Red Elephant, Dragon, Horse
NAP. III Inkwell Sign, Tahan a Paris Enamel Blue and Red Elephant, Dragon, Horse

NAP. III Inkwell Sign, Tahan a Paris Enamel Blue and Red Elephant, Dragon, Horse

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H 4.53 in W 4.93 in D 4.53 in

NAP. III Inkwell Sign, Tahan a Paris Enamel Blue and Red Elephant, Dragon, Horse

Located in Epfach, DE

Napoleon III inkwell in bronze and enamel sig. Tahan a Paris, for Jean Pierre Alexandre Tahan very decorative inkwell in blue with red, inlaid also with elephant, horse, dragon.

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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Inkwell Napoleon III Period, 1880
Inkwell Napoleon III Period, 1880

Inkwell Napoleon III Period, 1880

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H 8.27 in W 9.85 in L 8.27 in

Inkwell Napoleon III Period, 1880

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Inkwell Napoleon III Period, 1880, in painted and gilded porcelain and gilded bronze, portraits of elegant on both sides Measures: H 21cm, W 25cm, P 20cm.

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1880s French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Important Napoleon III Lion Inkwell, 19th Century
Important Napoleon III Lion Inkwell, 19th Century

Important Napoleon III Lion Inkwell, 19th Century

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H 4.73 in W 11.82 in D 9.45 in

Important Napoleon III Lion Inkwell, 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Office inkwell in Siena yellow marble and bronze Napoleon III 19th century 34cm x 20cm Very good condition.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Marble

French 19th Century Napoléon III Bronze Inkwell
French 19th Century Napoléon III Bronze Inkwell

French 19th Century Napoléon III Bronze Inkwell

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H 5.91 in W 6.3 in D 4.34 in

French 19th Century Napoléon III Bronze Inkwell

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Allegory of Geography A French 19th Century Napoléon III Bronze Inkwell Designed with a putto resting on a terrace, surrounded by geography attributes in ormolu such as telescope, ...

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1880s French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Marble Inkwell
Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Marble Inkwell

Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Marble Inkwell

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H 7.88 in W 15.75 in D 7.49 in

Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Marble Inkwell

Located in Paris, FR

This refers to the function of the object, Mercury being the god of messengers. This inkwell represents the taste for polychromy under Napoleon III during the second empire.

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1860s French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Inkwell in Bronze Napoleon III Period, Effigy of Demosthenes
Inkwell in Bronze Napoleon III Period, Effigy of Demosthenes

Inkwell in Bronze Napoleon III Period, Effigy of Demosthenes

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H 11.82 in W 15.36 in D 7.88 in

Inkwell in Bronze Napoleon III Period, Effigy of Demosthenes

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Inkwell in bronze napoleon iii period, effigy of Demosthenes, one Abimée hinges.

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1880s French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Napoleon Bronze Inkwell
Napoleon Bronze Inkwell

Napoleon Bronze Inkwell

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H 13.78 in W 15.75 in D 8.27 in

Napoleon Bronze Inkwell

By Émile Pinedo

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Napoleon Bronze Inkwell Circa 1880, French Origin Excellent condition (original patina) Unrestored Signed and sealed on the base by the foundry in Paris Artist Emile Pinedo Signed br...

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1880s French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Rare Napoleon III Portor Marble and Bronze inkwell 19th century.
Rare Napoleon III Portor Marble and Bronze inkwell 19th century.

Rare Napoleon III Portor Marble and Bronze inkwell 19th century.

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H 9.06 in W 13.19 in D 7.88 in

Rare Napoleon III Portor Marble and Bronze inkwell 19th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Rare Napoleon III Portor Marble and Bronze inkwell 19th century.

Category

19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Bronze

An Gilt Bronze Inkwell from the 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.
An Gilt Bronze Inkwell from the 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

An Gilt Bronze Inkwell from the 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

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H 9.06 in W 14.57 in D 9.45 in

An Gilt Bronze Inkwell from the 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

An gilt bronze inkwell from the 19th century, Napoleon III period.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

French Napoleon III Gilded Brass "Boulle" Marquetry and Tortoise Shell Inkwell
French Napoleon III Gilded Brass "Boulle" Marquetry and Tortoise Shell Inkwell

French Napoleon III Gilded Brass "Boulle" Marquetry and Tortoise Shell Inkwell

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H 3.55 in W 9.45 in D 6.7 in

French Napoleon III Gilded Brass "Boulle" Marquetry and Tortoise Shell Inkwell

Located in LEGNY, FR

French Napoleon III gilded brass "Boulle" marquetry and tortoise shell inkwell.

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Tortoise Shell

French Napoleon III Gilded Brass "Boulle" Marquetry and Tortoise Shell Inkwell
French Napoleon III Gilded Brass "Boulle" Marquetry and Tortoise Shell Inkwell

French Napoleon III Gilded Brass "Boulle" Marquetry and Tortoise Shell Inkwell

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H 3.55 in W 9.45 in D 6.7 in

French Napoleon III Gilded Brass "Boulle" Marquetry and Tortoise Shell Inkwell

Located in LEGNY, FR

French Napoleon III gilded brass "Boulle" marquetry and tortoiseshell inkwell.

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Brass

19th Century Napoleon III Style Brass Marquetry and Mother of Pearl Inkwell
19th Century Napoleon III Style Brass Marquetry and Mother of Pearl Inkwell

19th Century Napoleon III Style Brass Marquetry and Mother of Pearl Inkwell

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H 2.76 in W 13.78 in D 7.49 in

19th Century Napoleon III Style Brass Marquetry and Mother of Pearl Inkwell

Located in LEGNY, FR

19th century Napoleon III style inkwell. Blackened wood, brass marquetry and mother of pearl accompanied by two glass inkcases closed by bronze cabochons.

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1850s French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Antique French Napoleon III Bronze Grand Tour Novelty Drum Desk Inkwell 1850
Antique French Napoleon III Bronze Grand Tour Novelty Drum Desk Inkwell 1850

Antique French Napoleon III Bronze Grand Tour Novelty Drum Desk Inkwell 1850

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H 3.25 in Dm 3.15 in

Antique French Napoleon III Bronze Grand Tour Novelty Drum Desk Inkwell 1850

Located in Portland, OR

A good antique French 'Grand Tour' bronze novelty inkwell modeled as a drum, circa 1850. The inkwell is finely & realistically cast as a French Revolutionary period drum. The inkwell...

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1840s French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Inkwell in the Japanese Style, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.
Bronze Inkwell in the Japanese Style, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

Bronze Inkwell in the Japanese Style, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

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H 5.52 in W 8.67 in D 5.52 in

Bronze Inkwell in the Japanese Style, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Bronze inkwell in the Japanese style, 19th century, Napoleon III period.

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19th Century French Japonisme Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

French Napoléon III 19th Century Baccarat Crystal Inkwell with Bambou Tors Décor
French Napoléon III 19th Century Baccarat Crystal Inkwell with Bambou Tors Décor

French Napoléon III 19th Century Baccarat Crystal Inkwell with Bambou Tors Décor

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H 4.5 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in

French Napoléon III 19th Century Baccarat Crystal Inkwell with Bambou Tors Décor

By Baccarat

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French Napoléon III period Baccarat crystal desk inkwell from the late 19th century with Bamboo Tors décor and brass top.

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Crystal

"Napoléon on the Eve of the Battle of Austerlitz", Inkwell and Desk Clock, 1880
"Napoléon on the Eve of the Battle of Austerlitz", Inkwell and Desk Clock, 1880

"Napoléon on the Eve of the Battle of Austerlitz", Inkwell and Desk Clock, 1880

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H 11.42 in W 13.39 in D 7.09 in

"Napoléon on the Eve of the Battle of Austerlitz", Inkwell and Desk Clock, 1880

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

"Napoleon On The Eve Of The Battle Of Austerlitz" Inkwell and desk clock Bronze brown patina, gilded and carved Resting on a marble terrace green breccia. Pendulum globe surmoun...

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1880s French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Ormolu, Bronze

Wood Inkwell of 19th Century
Wood Inkwell of 19th Century

Wood Inkwell of 19th Century

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H 3.35 in W 13.78 in D 9.85 in

Wood Inkwell of 19th Century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Rosewood inkwell, Napoleon III period, 19th century. Measures: H: 8.5 cm, W: 35 cm, D: 25 cm.  

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19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Wood

Inkwell in Meissen Porcelain, 19th Century
Inkwell in Meissen Porcelain, 19th Century

Inkwell in Meissen Porcelain, 19th Century

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H 7.49 in W 14.18 in L 7.49 in

Inkwell in Meissen Porcelain, 19th Century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Inkwell in Meissen porcelain, 19th century, Napoleon III period.

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1870s German Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Porcelain

Inkwell in Gilded Brass and Porcelain
Inkwell in Gilded Brass and Porcelain

Inkwell in Gilded Brass and Porcelain

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H 3.94 in Dm 3.15 in

Inkwell in Gilded Brass and Porcelain

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Inkwell in gilded brass and porcelain, 19th century, Napoleon III period.

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Late 19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Old Paris Porcelain Inkwell, 19th Century
Old Paris Porcelain Inkwell, 19th Century

Old Paris Porcelain Inkwell, 19th Century

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H 10.24 in W 11.03 in D 8.27 in

Old Paris Porcelain Inkwell, 19th Century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Old Paris porcelain inkwell, 19th century. The lid is cracked. Measures: H: 26 cm, W: 28 cm, D: 21 cm.

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19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Malachite and Gilt Bronze Inkwell
19th Century Malachite and Gilt Bronze Inkwell

19th Century Malachite and Gilt Bronze Inkwell

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H 4.34 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in

19th Century Malachite and Gilt Bronze Inkwell

Located in Paris, FR

19th century malachite inkwell. The circular plate for resting a fountain pen houses a crystal inkpot in its center. The plate and the inkpot's stopper are embellished with a gilt br...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Malachite

Napoleonic Ormolu & Verde Antico Marble Inkwell, c. 1870
Napoleonic Ormolu & Verde Antico Marble Inkwell, c. 1870

Napoleonic Ormolu & Verde Antico Marble Inkwell, c. 1870

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H 9 in W 17.5 in D 9.5 in

Napoleonic Ormolu & Verde Antico Marble Inkwell, c. 1870

Located in Atlanta, GA

Encrier set, the richly-veined Verde Antico Marble platform mounted with a pair of gilt-Bronze inkwells. These flanking a finely-cast bust of Napoleon in military dress. The gilt-...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

1820's Bronze Inkwell with an Eagle Standing Atop
1820's Bronze Inkwell with an Eagle Standing Atop

1820's Bronze Inkwell with an Eagle Standing Atop

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H 6.3 in W 4.34 in D 3.15 in

1820's Bronze Inkwell with an Eagle Standing Atop

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A Napoleon III bronze inkwell Encrier. Three winged cupids holding up a bowl with masked faces with an eagle standing atop.

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Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Inkwell in Gilded and Cloisonné Bronze and Onyx
Inkwell in Gilded and Cloisonné Bronze and Onyx

Inkwell in Gilded and Cloisonné Bronze and Onyx

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H 6.7 in W 14.57 in D 8.67 in

Inkwell in Gilded and Cloisonné Bronze and Onyx

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Inkwell in gilded and Cloisonné bronze and onyx, 19th century, Napoleone III period. Measures: H 17 cm, W 37 cm, D 22 cm.

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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

Maison Marnyhac, Inkwell in Gilt Bronze, 19th Century
Maison Marnyhac, Inkwell in Gilt Bronze, 19th Century

Maison Marnyhac, Inkwell in Gilt Bronze, 19th Century

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H 7.88 in W 10.24 in D 5.91 in

Maison Marnyhac, Inkwell in Gilt Bronze, 19th Century

By Maison Marnyhac 1

Located in Beaune, FR

Inkwell in gilded bronze signed on the back "Maison MARNYHAC - 1 rue de la Paix - Paris". The inkwells are in the shape of Napoleonic drums. In the center is a child seated on an arm...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Desk Stand on Onyx Base
Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Desk Stand on Onyx Base

Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Desk Stand on Onyx Base

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H 11 in W 10 in D 9 in

Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Desk Stand on Onyx Base

Located in Montreal, QC

Napoleon III gilt bronze desk stand with central lidded and footed urn having putti form knop over chased and gadroon bordered body flanked by two puttis riding dolphins upheld by to...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Onyx, Ormolu

Large Detailed Early 20th Century Bronze Two Owl Inkwell
Large Detailed Early 20th Century Bronze Two Owl Inkwell

Large Detailed Early 20th Century Bronze Two Owl Inkwell

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H 8 in W 17 in D 10 in

Large Detailed Early 20th Century Bronze Two Owl Inkwell

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful bronze inkwell of two owls on a branch and leaf. This inkwell is beautifully detailed and at 17" makes a very important desk accessory.

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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Bronze Armadillo Inkwell on a Marble Base
19th Century Bronze Armadillo Inkwell on a Marble Base

19th Century Bronze Armadillo Inkwell on a Marble Base

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H 4 in W 7.25 in D 3.5 in

19th Century Bronze Armadillo Inkwell on a Marble Base

Located in New York, NY

Unusual 19th century bronze armadillo inkwell on a marble base. Armored back opens to reveal inkwell.

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Porcelain and Bronze Inkwell in the Taste of Asian Art.
Porcelain and Bronze Inkwell in the Taste of Asian Art.

Porcelain and Bronze Inkwell in the Taste of Asian Art.

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H 3.15 in W 8.67 in D 6.3 in

Porcelain and Bronze Inkwell in the Taste of Asian Art.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Porcelain and bronze inkwell in the taste of Asian Art. Inkwell decorated with a Buddha in white porcelain on a red lacquer tray mounted with gilt bronze and inkwells in porcelain a...

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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

French Bronze and Champleve Enamel Inkwell Encrier by Ferdinand Barbedienne
French Bronze and Champleve Enamel Inkwell Encrier by Ferdinand Barbedienne

French Bronze and Champleve Enamel Inkwell Encrier by Ferdinand Barbedienne

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H 5.5 in Dm 6.5 in

French Bronze and Champleve Enamel Inkwell Encrier by Ferdinand Barbedienne

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

French bronze and Champleve Cloisonne enamel inkwell Encrier by Ferdinand Barbedienne, circa 1870. Signed F. Barbedienne Measures: 5.5" high x 6.5" diameter. Good antique co...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

19th Century Bronze Growling Dog with Collar and Chain Inkwell
19th Century Bronze Growling Dog with Collar and Chain Inkwell

19th Century Bronze Growling Dog with Collar and Chain Inkwell

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H 4.5 in Dm 5 in

19th Century Bronze Growling Dog with Collar and Chain Inkwell

Located in New York, NY

19th century bronze growling dog inkwell with collar and chain. This piece still has its original ink vessel.

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

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Austrian Porcelain Ink Pot with Napoleon

Austrian Porcelain Ink Pot with Napoleon

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Austrian Porcelain Ink Pot with Napoleon

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An image of Napoleon appears on this Austrian porcelain ink pot. The hand painted portrait has the initials C.D. next to it. The ground color is apple green with gilt Greek Key mot...

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This 19th-century gilded inkwell is a captivating piece of artistry, masterfully crafted to depict a charming bulldog tethered to a rustic tree stump. With intricate details and a to...

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Large Rouge Marble and Gilt Bronze Inkwell Encrier, Attributed to Barbedienne

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Lucie Signoret-Ledieu (1858-1904) A 19th century gilded and black and brown two patinas bronze inkwell Representing a Putto seeking to approach a dove, the ormolu ink receiver in ...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells

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Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique napoleon iii inkwells for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique napoleon iii inkwells was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and stone. Antique napoleon iii inkwells have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique napoleon iii inkwells bearing louis xv or Empire hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique napoleon iii inkwells are appealing in their simplicity, but Europa Antiques, Maison Giroux and A. Leclaire produced popular antique napoleon iii inkwells that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Napoleon Iii Inkwells?

Prices for antique napoleon iii inkwells can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique napoleon iii inkwells begin at $195 and can go as high as $134,556, while the average can fetch as much as $2,500.

A Close Look at Napoleon-iii Furniture

Under Napoleon III’s rule, Paris underwent a great rebuilding overseen by Baron Georges-Eugène Haussmann, which created grand avenues and lavish landmarks like the Paris Opera. Antique Napoleon III–style furniture was flamboyant and eclectic. It was also known as Second Empire style since it followed and referenced the Empire style of his uncle Napoleon I.

Developing from 1852–70, Napoleon III furniture was plush and ornate, matching the fashion for masked balls and socializing in salons. It borrowed freely from earlier French styles including Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI as well as aesthetics from around the world, from antiquity to Asian art. As writer Gustave Claudin remarked in 1867, the country’s architects worked in “a style which one would be tempted to call neo-Greco-Gothico-Pompadour-Pompeian.”

Napoleon III chairs were completely covered with velvet and lined with tassels; pouf footstools invited people to put up their feet. Sofas were upholstered with tapestries, and beds were adorned with gilt bronze and theatrical canopies. The addition of conservatories to homes led to new indoor-outdoor furniture, while the spirit of hygiene promoted by Baron Haussmann inspired bright, floral motifs.

Although the most ostentatious designs were for the elite, as seen in the Napoleon III apartments preserved in the Louvre, where red velvet, gilding and chandeliers create a cacophony of luxury, these trends influenced homes across classes as manufacturing made design increasingly accessible. Papier-mâché furniture allowed for elaborate shapes that would have been difficult to carve in wood. The malleable material was painted with chinoiserie patterns and decorative designs. It was mass-produced by factories such as Jennens and Bettridge with varnishing and mother-of-pearl inlays creating an effect reminiscent of Asian lacquer. (Surfaces that had been “japanned” — a specialty of Jennens and Bettridge — were intended to resemble lacquer work that was created in East Asia.)

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Now that we no longer need vintage, new or antique inkwells for written communication, these elegant desk accessories make for a distinctive decorative touch in any home office or study.

Prior to the 19th century, the inkwell was an integral part of the writing process. The first fountain pen was patented in 1827. Typewriters found acceptance during the 1880s, and the ballpoint pen, which replaced the inkwell on most desks and writing tables of the era, modernized the way we write. (Later, it would transform how some of us make art.) Today, a well-designed antique or vintage inkwell is a fun, decorative accent for any work area.

If you find yourself working from home today more often than not, why not freshen things up a bit? Small changes can help elevate your workspace: Incremental edits to your interior, such as rethinking your shelving, swapping out your wall decor and adding a touch of the past to your modern-day desktop, can actually make a big difference. Alongside an ornate Art Deco–era desk lamp and an antique paperweight, your inkwell will look right at home and can support your effort to create a happy home office.

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