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Set of Desk and Writing Instruments in Fitted Leather Box, 19th Century
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This lovely three-piece 19th century writing set consists of a pen with silver tip, letter opener
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19th Century French Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Agate, Silver
Early 20th Century Metamorphic Writing Desk by J.C Vickery of London
Located in Martlesham, GB
of various writing instruments including ink wells, various compartments and a time piece, the
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1910s European Edwardian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Single Plank Top Side Table Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
a turned wooden knob and offering practical storage for writing instruments or small essentials.
In
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Early 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Walnut
H 26.75 in W 39.25 in D 19.75 in
Early 19th Century French Empire Period Bureau a Cylindre Gentleman's Desk
Located in Forney, TX
and open shelf pigeonhole cubbies for writing instruments and documents. Having an extended writing
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Bronze
H 44.25 in W 51.5 in D 24.25 in
Fine Antique Walnut & Marquetry Inlaid Davenport Desk
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
writing instruments. Beneath it, the slant-fronted writing surface lifts to expose a tooled and gilded
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1860s English Victorian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Walnut
French Louis XVI Style 19th Century Walnut Desk with Cross-Banding and Marquetry
Located in Atlanta, GA
combines practicality with timeless beauty. Its five drawers offer excellent storage options for writing
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19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Walnut
H 31.625 in W 47.5 in D 22 in
Early 19th Century American Sheraton Mahogany Campaign Officers Desk
Located in Forney, TX
open niche cubby fitted with two short drawers, ideal for writing instruments, documents, mail, and
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Early 19th Century American Federal Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Cherry, Mahogany, Poplar
19th-C. French Neo-Classical Style Gilt Bronze Ram Form Inkwell
Located in Kennesaw, GA
rams to possibly hold the writing instrument.
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Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Bronze
Gilded Age Silver Plated and Crystal Writing Desk Set
Located in Sheffield, MA
indentations for feathered pens or writing instruments, two lidded ink bottles with brass hinges attached to
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
19th c. Mahogany Campaign Writing Lap Desk c.1800s
Located in San Francisco, CA
for writing instruments and ink wells. Brass plaques on top and side. Brass accents throughout
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Paper
Antique Rock Crystal Silver Mounted Pig Seal
Located in New York, NY
. Unmarked. Collectible Desk Accessories, Writing Instruments, Jewelry.
Dimensions: 3 x 1 in. All
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Rock Crystal, Silver
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Four Piece Writing Desk Set With Butterflies
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
. Collectible Oriental Asian Decor, Desk Accessories And Writing Instruments.
Dimensions: Largest item 9 x 3 x 1
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Enamel
Antique Silver Mounted Tigers Eye Agate Cameo Seal
Located in New York, NY
, Writing Instruments, Mineral Stone Jewelry.
Dimensions: 3 x 2 in. All measurements are approximate
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Onyx, Silver
Antique Silver Turquoise And Garnet Mounted Black Agate Seal
Located in New York, NY
. Collectible Desk Accessories, Writing Instruments, Jewelry.
Dimensions: 5 x 1 in. All measurements are
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Silver
Black Forest Wood Carved Brienz Bear Statue Desktop Accessory German Antique
Located in Nuernberg, DE
sale in Vienna, Austria. The Bear can hold your writing instrument, also has a matchbox holder on the
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1890s German Black Forest Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Wood
H 7.63 in W 5.63 in D 3.75 in
Turquoise and Gold Antique Mechanical Pencil
Located in Rotterdam, NL
hallmark of high-quality writing instruments and made the pencil both practical and durable.
Measurements
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 10k Gold
20th Century Indonesian Carved Coffret
Located in Opole, PL
store writing instruments.
Inside, there is a removable insert with compartments, together with a paper
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Wood
Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Brush Pot in the Style of Namikawa
Located in New York, NY
Decor For Interior Design, Desk Accessories And Writing Instruments.
OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Enamel, Copper
19th c. Embossed and Gilded Lap Desk
Located in San Francisco, CA
. Top and bottom open to reveal storage areas along with an area for writing instruments and creates a
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Paper
19th Century Parakeet Perch Inkwell Candlesticks: Ink 'n' Perch Delight!
Located in New York, NY
birds, adds an artistic touch to these functional objects. These inkwells are not only practical writing
Category
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Bronze
Rare Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Water Dropper
Located in New York, NY
Interior Design, Desk Accessories And Writing Instruments.
OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION. SIGNS OF WEAR
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Russian 88 Silver And Jade Amethyst Letter Opener
Located in New York, NY
Desk Accessories, Writing Instruments And Cabinet Decor.
Dimensions: 9 x 1 x 1 in. All measurements
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19th Century Russian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Jade, Silver
Qing Dynasty Peach Wood Scholar Cabinet
Located in Kastrup, DK
, such as books, scrolls, writing instruments, and other scholarly tools
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Brass
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Wisteria Inaba 4 Piece Desk Set
Located in New York, NY
turquoise blue background. Collectible Oriental Asian Decor, Desk Accessories And Writing Instruments
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Enamel
19th Century Gilded Inkwell Depicting a Bulldog Tied to Tree Stump
Located in New York, NY
in its gilded finish, this inkwell not only serves as a functional writing instrument but also as a
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Bronze
French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu Clock Signed Cheuret À Marseilles
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
side of the clock is a winged putti seemingly teaching a cherub holding a tablet and a writing
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Ormolu
French Secretaire Cartonnier, Transition , wood leather
Located in Valladolid, ES
with a folding lid to store documents or writing instruments inside. In the center are six striking
Category
Early 1800s French Regency Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Metal
Portrait of Geoffrey Chaucer, Oil on Oak Panel Portrait, 16th Century
Located in London, GB
of a writer. Whilst the pendant is generally accepted as a case for a writing instrument, possibly
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16th Century Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Oil, Panel
Champlevé Enamel Inkwell on Tray, Napoleon III, 19th Century, France
Located in Lisbon, PT
of Napoleon III decorative arts, writing instruments, or fine French bronzes.
Take into account that
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Bronze
Victorian Nécessaire de Voyage
Located in New Orleans, LA
women. Containing everything from toiletries and jewelry to sewing and writing instruments, nécessaires
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Velvet, Glass, Wood
Unique Antique Cast Brass Double Inkwell from France, Early 1900s
Located in Bastogne, BE
ballpoint pens and even fountain pens, inkwells were needed to provide ink to quivers or other writing
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Brass
Empire Inkwell in Mahogany and Walnut with Gilt Bronze Mounts, circa 1820
Located in Knivsta, SE
– ideal for collectors of historic writing instruments, Empire style, and neoclassical design.
Wear
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1820s French Empire Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Bronze
H 2.76 in W 11.03 in D 5.52 in
French Baroque-Style Inkwell, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
design.
Collector’s Item: A fine addition to collections of antique writing instruments or decorative
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1850s Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Bronze
1790s Scandinavian Slant Front Desk with Carved Panel and Four Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
, perfect for organizing your writing instruments and documents. Below this concealed work surface, the
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Late 18th Century Scandinavian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Wood
H 42.25 in W 46.5 in D 24.75 in
Antique Art Nouveau Pewter Inkwell, France, circa 1900
Located in Greven, DE
to the base, designed to hold writing instruments or office supplies.
The base is richly detailed
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Pewter
19th Century French Louis XV Inlaid Walnut & Bronze Folding Game Table with Felt
Located in Dallas, TX
underneath offers additional storage for game pieces or writing instruments. The Louis XVI style game table
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Bronze
H 29.5 in W 29 in D 21 in
19th Century Louis XV Bonheur Du Jour Desk
Located in Austin, TX
ample storage for writing instruments and personal items, while the main desk area is designed for
Category
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Leather, Tulipwood
A rare 19th century Dom José I style secretary desk / chest of drawers
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
providing ample storage for correspondence, documents, and writing instruments. Each drawer is meticulously
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Late 19th Century Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Wood
H 44.89 in W 44.1 in D 26.38 in
Qing Dynasty Giltwood and Red Painted Floral Architectural Panel in Frame
Located in Yonkers, NY
with a humpback stretcher. Atop the table are various writing instruments, suggesting a space of
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Franz Xaver Bergmann, Koran Scribe, Vienna Bronze Sculpture, Ca. 1900
By Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann)
Located in New York, NY
special stand. There is an inkwell and a writing instrument at his feet on the prayer rug. This little
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1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Bronze
Georgian Davenport Desk Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in New Orleans, LA
supplementary room for housing writing instruments and other treasures. Blending function and form, this
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Antique bronze Inkwell tittle ALL DAVIL, signed
Located in Milano, IT
practicality of a functional writing instrument. Elevate your writing experience and add a touch of
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1920s Italian Gothic Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Japanned English Victorian Papier Mâché Mother of Pearl Desk Set
Located in Forney, TX
gilt bronze hinged lids, resting atop two velvet lined bases, a concave pen try makes for easy writing
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19th Century Victorian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Crystal, Bronze, Other
H 4.75 in W 9.75 in D 7.25 in
19th French Empire Mantel Clock, Pendule, Mercury, Gilded Bronze, circa 1815
Located in Greven, DE
scale and measuring and writing instruments.
The main focus is on the depiction of Mercury, leaning
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Bronze
H 14.57 in W 11.82 in D 3.94 in
Unique Japanese Lacquer Maki-e Suzuribako with Woven Bamboo Cover with Tomobako
Located in Atlanta, GA
waterdrop (suiteki). Extraordinarily, the suzuibako retains a set of five writing instrument in gold lacquer
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Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Rattan, Wood, Lacquer
H 1.75 in W 7.25 in D 9.25 in
French Louis XIV Boulle Marquetry Tortoiseshell Gilt Bronze Inkwell Desk Stand
Located in Forney, TX
covers besides pen stands, having a recessed concave brass tray for writing instruments, mounted with two
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19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu, Brass
H 8.75 in W 11.25 in D 4.75 in
French Nécessaire de Voyage
Located in New Orleans, LA
to sewing and writing instruments. The Emperor Napoléon himself possessed several of these travel
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Crystal, Silver
1839 Fitzmaurice West Victorian Ebony & Brass Inlays Necessaire De Voyage
Located in Germantown, MD
sewing and writing instruments, nécessaires provided a convenient means of transporting the personal
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Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 7.75 in W 14.25 in D 10.25 in
Indian Guru Teaching Disciples – Sonnerat Engraving, Enlightenment Era, 1806
Located in Langweer, NL
mat, and nearby lie ritual tools or writing instruments. His body language is composed and
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Early 1800s Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Paper
H 11.23 in W 15.75 in D 0.01 in
Antique Hand-Carved Nutwood Owl Inkwell with Piercing Glass Eyes, circa 1900.
Located in Lisse, NL
collector of writing instruments, a lover of owls, or simply someone who appreciates the warmth of hand
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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Glass, Nutwood
H 5.8 in W 2.8 in D 4.3 in
Allegory of Progress / - The Driving Force of Inspiration -
Located in Berlin, DE
sculpture group represents. The female genius points to the word "nouvelles" with her writing instrument and
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1890s Realist Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Metal
H 25.4 in W 11.03 in D 7.09 in
Japanese Meiji Lacquer Writing Set
Located in New Orleans, LA
This remarkable Japanese portable writing set contains the instruments of sublime artistic
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Stone
Scholar of the Arts: The Medieval Academic, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
their time.
The belt around his waist holds a pouch, likely containing writing instruments, parchment
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1840s Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Paper
19th C. French Empire Style Louis Philippe Period Secretaire Abattant
Located in Forney, TX
writing slope - work table, ample storage options for writing instruments, inkwells, important documents
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Leather, Fruitwood
19th Century Louis XVI Floral Marquetry Writing Cabinet or Lady's Secrétaire
Located in Berlin, DE
19th Century Louis XVI Floral and Musical Instruments Marquetry Writing Cabinet or Lady's
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Wood
H 53.55 in W 25.6 in D 14.97 in
Antique Malachite, Gilt and Patinated Spelter Mantel Clock
Located in London, GB
engaged in various activities, including writing and playing musical instruments, and a profile portrait
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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Malachite, Spelter
Victorian Lady Walnut Desk, circa 1880
Located in Chicago, IL
lockable drawers, lockable flip open top with leather writing pad, casters, and separate drawer for writing
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Writing Instruments
Materials
Walnut
A French Gilt Metal Globe Form Inkwell or Standish
Located in Woodbury, CT
A gilt metal globe Standish with fitted interior and most of its original writing instruments. The
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18th Century and Earlier French Directoire Antique Writing Instruments
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There is a range of antique writing instruments for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique writing instruments was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. There are all kinds of antique writing instruments available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique writing instruments bearing Victorian or Louis XVI hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique writing instruments are appealing in their simplicity, but Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley, Carl Hahn and Cristoforo Munari produced popular antique writing instruments that are worth a look.
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