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Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

Antique English Hallmarked Sterling Silver & Crystal Clock Inkwell, Circa 1900
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English hallmarked sterling silver & cut crystal clock inkwell, circa 1900.
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Early 20th Century English Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique English Crystal & Sterling Silver Inkwell Signed "Samuel Jacob" Ca 1895
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English cut crystal and sterling silver inkwell signed by silversmith "Samuel Jacob" of
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Late 19th Century English Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

19th C. Jugendstil German Cut Glass Crystal Inkwell with Polished 800 Silver Lid
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 19th century Jugendstil german cut glass crystal inkwell with polished 800 silver lid By
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Early 20th Century German Jugendstil Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Metal, Sterling Silver, Silver

Fabulous Antique English Sterling and Cut Glass Hand Pierced Double Inkstand
By William Hutton & Sons
Located in Charleston, SC
Exquisite Antique English hallmarked STERLING SILVER and cut crystal Two Bottle Inkstand or
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Early 20th Century English Georgian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Silver

Falize French Gilt Silver & Cutglass Baccarat Dual Inkwells Eagle Finials, c1850
Located in Gardena, CA
2nd Empire French Gilt .950 silver and cut crystal encrier with dual inkwells retailed by Falize. The
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19th Century Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Sterling Silver

Edwardian Sterling Silver and Crystal Footed Inkstand
By Hawksworth, Eyre & Co. Ltd.
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian, sterling silver, footed inkstand with original sterling silver-mounted, panel-cut
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Sterling Silver

German Art Nouveau Crystal with Silver CAP Inkwell, circa 1890
Located in Delft, NL
A German Art Nouveau crystal with silver cap inkwell, ca 1890 An Art Nouveau elegant inkwell
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19th Century German Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Silver

Antique English Sterling Silver and Cut Crystal Watch-Clock Inkwell, Circa 1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
Wonderful antique English sterling silver and cut crystal watch-clock inkwell, Circa 1910.
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1910s English Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Victorian Period Sterling Silver Footed Cherub-Motif Inkstand By William Comyns
By William Comyns & Sons 1
Located in New York, NY
sterling silver lid of the hobnail cut crystal inkwell. Inkstand is designed with a pen-rest. Measures: 8
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

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Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Biedermeier cigar desk made of solid oak with etched glass flip top with interior compartments.
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19th Century Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Oak

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1880s French Neoclassical Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Marble, Bronze

Antique Art Nouveau Inkwell, Signed Gaston Bigard, 1910s, France
By Gaston Bigard
Located in Greven, DE
Exceptional beautiful inkwell by the french artist and sculptor Gaston Bigard. Signed at the lid "BIGARD". Ceramic with authentic craquele lacquer and a brass lid with beautiful Art ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Brass

Mid-Century Antique Pair of Glass Inkwells with a Brass Lid and a Shield on Top
Located in Stamford, CT
A nice pair of mid-century glass inkwells with brass hinged lids and a shield on top. English lap desk style purchased by a private collector who traveled the world buying great pieces.
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Brass

Fine French Late 19th Century Gilded Ormolu Rococo Style Inkwell by Millet
By Aimé Millet
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality late 19th century gilded ormolu inkwell Rococo influenced inkwell, having scrolling foliate decoration to the whole, two lidded inkwells, signed; Millet, Paris Mais...
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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Ormolu

19th Century Crystal Inkwell
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful light blue crystal inkwell American, circa 1888. An unusual piece with the base in light blue.
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Late 19th Century American Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Glass

1880s Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Lantern Inkwell
By Thomas Smily
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique Victorian English sterling silver inkwell in the form of a lantern; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This ...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Sterling Silver

20th Century Italian Bronze Inkwell with Bull Heads and Putti Embracing Lion
Located in Milan, IT
From Italy an early 20th century bronze inkwell resting on a double circular marble base, in black marble and Italian Alpi green marble. The body of the inkwell has a tripod base wit...
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Marble, Bronze

Antique Art Deco Black Marble Five Piece Desk Set with Chrome & Brass Accents
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique desk set is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from the United States and date to approximately 1920 and done in the period Art Deco style. The set is composed of...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Marble, Chrome

Antique Sheffield England Double Inkwell Stand
By Walker & Hall
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Beautiful Sheffield silver plated and cut glass double inkwell. The cut glass round inkwells with a Russian pattern with repousse hinged lids fit neatly onto the base which has a min...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Sheffield Plate

Antique Brass Strapped Mahogany Writing Box
Located in Northampton, GB
A large military-style solid Mahogany double opening writing box, with brass corner brackets, strapping and flush fitting campaign-style side handles. Contains a secret compartment w...
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19th Century British Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Brass

Antique Brass Strapped Mahogany Writing Box
Antique Brass Strapped Mahogany Writing Box
H 9.06 in W 20.87 in D 11.82 in
Art Nouveau Repousse Brass & Glass Inkwell
Located in Austin, TX
Circa 1900, this antique inkwell exemplifies the Art Nouveau period in decorative arts through the shape of its glass bowl and repousse brass-hinged cover, which has a handsome patin...
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Brass

Antique English Bronze, Brass and Glass Inkstand / Inkwell, circa 1870 Victorian
Located in Bath, GB
A truly unusual and quite spectacular Victorian inkstand made from cast polished bronze standing on cast reticulated feet. The gallery around the back is also pierced or reticulated ...
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1870s English Late Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

Stunning Antique French Bronze Statue on Inkwell Stand, circa 1880
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely 19th century French bronze ink well stand A good looking well made and decorative desk top ...
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1880s French High Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Bronze

19th C. Antique Writing Stand Desk Office Inkwell Center Piece Chinese Porcelain
Located in West Hollywood, CA
19th C. Antique writing stand desk Office Inkwell Center Piece Chinese Porcelain . This beautiful garniture on a desk a table or a console will add instant elegance . A center piece ...
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19th Century French Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Bronze

Fine Antique English Gilded Bronze Mounted Coromandel Lap Desk
Located in Bath, GB
A superb quality Victorian writing box / slope in exotic and dramatic Coromandel wood mounted with the most exquisite gilded bronze mounts, all intricately engraved with top-notch sc...
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Bronze

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Located in Summerland, CA
Beautiful English Hall marked sterling and cut crystal ink well. Cut crystal bottle with sterling
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1850s Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Sterling Silver

Falize French Gilt Silver and Cut Glass Encrier Dual Inkwells Eagle Finials
By Falize Frères
Located in Pasadena, CA
An outstanding 2nd Empire French gilt .950 silver and cut-crystal encrier with dual inkwells
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1850s European Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Silver

Unusual Sterling Silver-Mounted Cut Crystal Inkwell
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, sterling silver-mounted, cut crystal inkwell, London, 1906, Wm. Hutton & Sons, Ltd
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Early 20th Century English Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Cut Crystal Inkwell with Sterling Silver Top
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large Edward VII period cane cut crystal inkwell with sterling silver hallmarked top and star cut
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal

Antique French Cut Crystal and Sterling Silver Dedication Inkwell, 1896
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique French cut crystal inkwell features sterling silver top with incised dedication, marked
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19th Century French Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique English Cut Crystal & Sterling Silver Inkwell, 1904
By Thomas Bradbury & Sons Ltd.
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning Edwardian inkwell made from a hefty piece of English crystal, hand-cut all-over with a
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver & Cut Crystal Double Inkwell Rawlings & Sumner
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This lovely 19th C. English Silver double inkwell is the perfect desk accessory for the discerning
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19th Century British Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

English Sterling Silver Standish with Two Cut-Glass Inkwells
By Edward Barnard & Sons
Located in San Francisco, CA
An English sterling standish with 2 inkwells and an elaborate filigree surround supported on paw
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1890s English Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Giant crystal and silver inkwell by Thomas Johnson.
By Thomas Johnson, London 1
Located in London, GB
An unusually large Victorian inkwell, with a hobnail cut base and hinged silver top, engraved with
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19th Century British Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Massive Victorian Inkwell by Thomas Jones of St. James's
Located in London, GB
An unusually large and heavy Victorian crystal inkwell, with swept sides and a ‘button and daisy
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1890s British Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Very Large Victorian Tiffany Sterling Silver-Mounted Crystal Inkwell
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, very large, Victorian, sterling silver-mounted crystal inkwell with hinged lid, Tiffany
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1890s American Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

Novelty Victorian Silver Sampson Mordan Inkwell, 1895, Owl
Located in Bath, GB
A charming late Victorian cut crystal inkwell with a sterling silver collar and hinged lid. The lid
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1890s English Late Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Silver

Edwardian Sterling Silver and Crystal Footed Inkstand
By William Naylor
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian sterling silver and crystal footed inkstand, the inkwell anving a sterling silver hinged
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Silver

Inscribed English Sterling Silver Inkstand London 1872
By Hands & Sons
Located in San Francisco, CA
An English sterling silver inkstand the cut crystal bottle with a sterling cap mounted on a lobed
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Tortoise and Mother of Pearl Ink Well
Located in Dallas, TX
two cut crystal ink bottles with sterling lids
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19th Century Unknown Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Tortoise and Mother of Pearl Ink Well
Tortoise and Mother of Pearl Ink Well
H 6.5 in W 12.5 in D 10 in
James Dixon & Sons English Sterling Silver Ink Wells on Tray
By James Dixon & Sons
Located in New York, NY
& Sons, Sheffield hallmark on inkwell stand. Two fitted cut-crystal diamond pattern ink jars with
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Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Silver

Antique Pair of Sterling Silver Top Cut Glass Perfume Bottles 1894, 19th Century
By John Grinsell & Sons
Located in London, GB
clear cut crystal scent bottles, by the renowned silversmiths John Grinsell & Sons of London, 1894 in
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1890s English Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

14 Piece Gorham Sterling Silver Desk Set
Located in Great Barrington, MA
, inkwell (2 pieces-cut crystal with sterling holder), paper folder and pen holder. The set has beautifully
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Early 20th Century American Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Sterling Silver

Antique English Cut Crystal and Sterling Silver Inkwell, 1899
By William Hutton & Sons
Located in Bath, GB
A beautiful late Victorian inkwell made from a hefty piece of English crystal or circular form with
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1890s English Late Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver & Cut Crystal Inkwell With A Seperate Sterling Base.
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Sterling Silver & Cut Crystal Inkwell With A Seperate Sterling Base. The inkwell has a flip top
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Cut Crystal 20th century Inkwell with Sterling Silver Top
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful cut crystal inkwell. Early 20th century piece with sterling silver top which is
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Early 20th Century American Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal

The Gorham Silver Company Sterling Silver Repousse & Crystal Inkwell
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large 19th century blown crystal inkwell with a hand-cut base in the cane pattern. When fabricated
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1880s American Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Rococo Style Inkstand with Crystal Glass Inkwells, 1859
Located in Lisse, NL
and all original inkwells with their silver lids are of beautifully cut crystal. This Sheffield made
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Mid-19th Century English Rococo Revival Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Silver

Unusual Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Crystal "Star, " Form Inkwell
By A.W. Peninngton
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, Victorian, sterling silver-mounted, star-form crystal inkwell, Birmingham, England, 1900
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Early 20th Century British Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Rare Very Large Unusual Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Inkwell on Stand
By Charles Boyton & Sons, Ltd.
Located in New York, NY
Rare, very large, unusual Victorian sterling silver-mounted spiral cut inkwell with hinged lid on
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1890s English Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Samuel Kirk & Son Floral Repouse 11oz Silver & Crystal Inkstand, circa 1860
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
crystal inkwell, presented on a a conforming square tray with. rounded corners. This lovely piece of Kirk
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19th Century American High Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

19th Century Writing Set England, Sheffield 1882 Sterling Silver 1450gr Sphinx
Located in Epfach, DE
maker's mark is JBB. The two inkwells are made out of cut crystal glass.
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1880s English Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Sterling Silver

19th Century Victorian Silver Inkstand Sheffiels 1897 by Harry Wright Atkin
Located in Milan, IT
private collection, with two crystal glass inkwells with hand cut diamond facets and silver lids. The
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Edward VII 9 Carat Gold Mounted Crystal Inkwell, 1907
By J. G. & S.
Located in New York, NY
This Inkwell is a lovely example of Edwardian Novelty Items. It is designed as a square crystal
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Early 20th Century Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Gold

Crystal and Sterling Silver Inkwell
By Charles Boyton
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A cut crystal inkwell mounted on a sterling silver stand made in London and fully hallmarked.
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19th Century English Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Cut Crystal and Sterling Silver Ink Well/Paper Weight
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A very heavy Gorham Inkwell. These are perfect as decorative paper weights unless you are still
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Early 20th Century Antique Sterling And Cut Crystal Inkwells

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Sterling Silver

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Finding the Right inkwells for You

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.

Find a collection of unique metal inkwells to suit any taste on 1stDibs or shop by style. Browse a range of Art Nouveau inkwells, Victorian inkwells, Art Deco inkwells and more. Search our selection of inkwells to find the perfect piece for any space.

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