Large English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory. These large circular magnifiers actually
Brass
Large English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is one of the larger examples
Brass
Antique Victorian Large Horn Handle Magnifying Glass desk Accessory
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Large Horn Magnifying Glass. This was purchased from an estate and appears to be early
Glass
Silver Plate Victorian Repoussé Magnifying Glass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Silver Plated magnifying glass with ornate handle of Repousse Silver. A Wonderful
Silver Plate
Magnifying Glass Seashell Handle Victorian
Located in New York, NY
A metal magnifying glass with seashell handle, circa early to mid-20th century. Piece has a metal
Metal
Sterling Charlie Chaplin Magnifier Magnifying Glass
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Magnifier with ebony wood handle with sterling silver head accent reminiscent of Charlie Chaplin. Marked: Sterling. The magnifier portion is a later addition to the vintage handle.
Sterling Silver, Chrome
English Victorian Boar's Tooth Magnifying Glass
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian silver-plate magnifying glass with a boar's tooth handle (silver marking/chip to
Bone
Edwardian Silver-Mounted Magnifying Glass, Birmingham, 1901
Located in Spencertown, NY
The curling glass handle with silver mount connecting to magnifying glass.
Silver
Magnifying Glass on Stand, 19th Century
Located in Vosselaar, BE
Magnifying glasses are already recorded as far back as the Ancient Greeks. Troughout history they
Softwood, Walnut
Victorian 14k Repoussé Magnifying Glass
Located in Narberth, PA
A simply lovely and unusual magnifying glass from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14k
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jade and Sterling Silver Large Magnifying Glass
By Edward Farmer
Located in New York, NY
Jade and sterling silver large magnifying glass, early 20th century. Makers mark for Edward
Jade, Sterling Silver
$3,500
H 16.5 in W 8.25 in D 1 in
A Large Victorian Mahogany Gallery or Magnifying Glass, 19th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
A very large Georgian or Victorian mahogany gallery or magnifying glass. The circular glass within
Glass, Mahogany
Asprey Art Deco Sterling Silver & Shagreen Magnifying Glass
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Bath, GB
A magnificent magnifying glass by the creme de la creme of English retailer's, Asprey of Bond
Sterling Silver
19th Century French Pewter Magnifying Glass with Laurel Leaf Decor
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant and unusual, antique magnifying glass was crafted in Paris, France, circa 1870. The
Pewter
Smart Antique Magnifying Glass by P H Vogel & Co. c.1920
By P.H. Vogel & Co.
Located in Bath, GB
A smart and elegant magnifying glass with polished nickel and brass fittings and an attractive dark
Brass
$1,400 / set
H 10 in W 4 in D 0.5 in
Handsome Letter Opener, Magnifying Glass with Alligator Handles, Sterling Mounts
Located in Buchanan, MI
Handsome letter opener, magnifying glass with alligator handles, sterling mounts.
Silver, Stainless Steel
19th Century Chinese Silver and Jade Magnifying Glass, circa 1880
Located in Central England, GB
A Rare 19th century chinese silver and jade magnifying glass. This finely worked and intricately
Silver
$10,822
H 0.4 in W 1.55 in D 3.5 in
George III Gold & Enamel Magnifying Glass with Red Leather Case, circa 1770
Located in London, GB
An important, and extremely rare, early George III Gold & Enamel Magnifying Glass, with original
Gold, Enamel
Magnifying Desk Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Steel top opens and magnifying glass pieces are stored inside.
Steel
$3,950
H 14.75 in W 13 in D 3.38 in
Art Deco Table or Desk Top Brass Mounted 7" Double Convex Magnifying Glass
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Deco desk/table top adjustable magnifying glass. A 7" diameter double convex lens in an open
Brass
$995
H 0.79 in W 8.47 in D 3.94 in
Art Deco Magnifying Glass in Mother of Pearl and Silver Plate 1930s
Located in Meer, VAN
to have on display on your desk or sideboard. This 1930s magnifying glass comes in a very good
Silver Plate
Magnifying Glass
Located in Roswell, GA
Scottish Highland Steer Horn magnifying glass. Excellent patina. Good magnification.
Steel
Magnifying Glass Huge
Located in Roswell, GA
Hurge Horn & Antler magnifying glass with brass surround. Black rubber inlay surrounding glass.
Brass
magnifying glass
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Bone hand carved handle with figurines
Magnified glass bone handle
Located in Santa Monica, CA
very fine carving on handle
19th Century Magnifying Glass
Located in Mississauga, ON
A 19th century magnifying glass with a faux horn handle.
Large 1900s English Ship/Library Magnifying Glass
Located in Chicago, IL
Large 1900s English ship/library magnifying glass.
Metal
Over Sized Antique Bronze and Horn Magnifying Glass
Located in Chicago, IL
Large antique bronze & horn magnifying glass.
Bronze
Limoges Cobalt Gold Encrusted Library Magnifying Glass
By Limoges
Located in South Newfane, VT
Produced in Limoges, France during the Belle Époque, this cobalt porcelain magnifying glass is
Brass
Unavailable
H 8 in W 3.5 in D 1.5 in
Hilkinson Silver Handled Magnifying Glass with Tortoise Shell Inset
By Hilkinson
Located in Seattle, WA
Hilkinson silver handled magnifying glass with tortoise shell inset Measuring: 8" L, 3
Silver
Unavailable
H 2.37 in W 3.55 in D 0.79 in
1780 Oval Shaped Magnifying Eye Glass That is Housed in a Silver and Mother Case
Located in Windsor, Berkshire
A 1780 oval shaped magnifying eye glass that is housed in a silver and mother pearl case. It is a
Mother-of-Pearl
Unavailable
H 2.37 in W 3.55 in D 0.79 in
1780 Oval Shaped Magnifying Eye Glass That Is Housed in a Silver and Mother Case
Located in Windsor, Berkshire
A 1780 oval shaped magnifying eye glass that is housed in a silver and mother pearl case. It is a
Mother-of-Pearl
English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is one of the larger examples
Brass
English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight c.1920
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is rather special having the
Brass
English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight Circa 1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is one of the larger examples
Brass
English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight, circa 1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory. These large circular magnifiers actually
Brass
English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight, circa 1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is larger than the average size
Oversized English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is larger than the average size
Brass
Oversized English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight, c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is larger than the average size
Brass
Large English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight, circa 1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is one of the larger examples
Brass
Sold
H 3.25 in Dm 5.75 in
Mammoth English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight, circa 1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is one of the larger examples
Brass
Mammoth English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight, circa 1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is one of the larger examples
Brass
Oversized English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is larger than the average size
Brass
Large English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight, circa 1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory. These large circular magnifiers actually
Brass
Sold
H 2.25 in Dm 4.25 in L 2.25 in
Large English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory. These large circular magnifiers actually
Brass
Large English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory. These large circular magnifiers actually
Brass
Mammoth English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight, circa 1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is one of the largest I have
Brass
Large English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight, c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory. These large circular magnifiers actually
Brass
Large English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight, c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory. These large circular magnifiers actually
Brass
Oversized English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is larger than the average size
Brass
Large English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight, circa 1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory. These large circular magnifiers actually
Brass
Large English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight, circa 1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory. These large circular magnifiers actually
Brass
Large English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass or Paperweight, circa 1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is one of the larger examples
Brass
Huge English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass or Paperweight, circa 1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is the largest I have ever had
Brass
Large English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass or Paperweight, circa 1910
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory. These large circular magnifiers actually
Brass
Sold
H 2.5 in Dm 4.5 in
French Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass/Paperweight circa 1910, Cindo, Paris
Located in Bath, GB
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory. These large circular magnifiers actually
Sterling Silver Magnifying Glass
By J.F. Fradley & Co.
Located in New York, NY
All sterling silver magnifying glass, The Fradley Co., New York, Ca. 1910. @7 3/4" long x @3 3/4
Sterling Silver
Collection of Antique Magnifying Glasses
Located in Petaluma, CA
Here is a very nice varied collection of antique magnifying glasses, consisting of: a large blue
Brass
Large Antique Sterling Silver Magnifying Glass
Located in Atlanta, GA
magnifying glass. End is engraved with initials.
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 9 in W 7 in D 2.5 in
Antique English Adjustable Bulls Eye Desk-Top Magnifying Glass, circa 1900
Located in Bath, GB
A very handsome Edwardian era brass framed adjustable "Bulls Eye" magnifying glass with a convex
Brass
19th Century English Wood Handle Magnifying Glass
Located in Middleburg, VA
magnifying glass made with a 19th century stag horn cutlery handle, will help do the job. Made in England
Horn, Glass
Victorian Bamboo And Tigers Eye Magnifying Glass
Located in Essex, MA
CIRCULAR GLASS WITH BRASS ETCHED FRAME,BAMBOO HANDLE AND GOLD PLATED BAND INSCRIBED MARGUERITE
Figural Equestrian Magnifying Glass, circa 1900
Located in Bath, GB
A most unusual and highly decorative magnifying glass made from silver plate and probably
Silver Plate
Victorian Mahogany Table Library Magnifying Glass
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Victorian mahogany table library magnifying glass, English, circa 1840.
Mahogany
Antique English Silver Handled Magnifying Glass, 1906
By Crisford & Norris 1
Located in Bath, GB
A charming Edwardian magnifying glass with a handle made from sterling silver (the frame around the
Metal, Sterling Silver
English Antique Desktop Magnifying Glass Curio
Located in London, GB
A good quality English adjustable magniftying lens. England, c1900s. Ideal desk top curio
Metal
Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Magnifying Glass
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique bronze Zodiac magnifying glass By Tiffany Studios (signed on the
Bronze
Antique English Oversized Magnifying / Library Glass c.1900
Located in Bath, GB
A spectacular sized magnifying glass measuring an impressive 14 3/8" long x 6 1/4" x 1" thick
Brass
20th Century Brass Adjustable Magnifying Glass Lens
Located in London, GB
A brass adjustable magnifying glass lens, early to mid-20th century. Ideal shelf or desk
Brass
Tiffany Studios New York Graduate Bronze Magnifying Glass
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique bronze Graduate pattern magnifying glass with verdigris green patina
Bronze
Art Deco Folding Magnifying Glass, circa 1920
Located in Bath, GB
A very glamorous magnifying glass made from a white metal (unmarked but tests as silver) with
Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Doré Magnifying Glass
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze Zodiac magnifying glass
Bronze
English Victorian Period 19th Century Magnifying Glass with Sword Handle
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large English Victorian period wooden magnifying glass from the 19th century, with sword handle
Brass
Handsome Large Antique English Brass Framed Magnifying Glass c.1900
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome Edwardian desk / map magnifying glass, the frame made from cast English brass
Brass
1880s English Magnifying Lens
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1880s English magnifying lens.
Metal
Sold
H 0.63 in W 4.25 in D 8.88 in
Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Letter Opener & Magnifying Glass
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique bronze letter opener and magnifying glass featuring Zodiac symbols By Tiffany
Bronze
Sold
H 2.25 in W 4.5 in D 0.63 in
Unusual Antique English Brass and Ebony Magnifying Glass, circa 1900
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome Edwardian brass framed rectangular magnifying glass polished to gleam. The handle is
Brass
Small Antique English Brass Framed Magnifying Glass / Paperweight, c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
come by measuring just 2 3/8" in diameter x 1 3/8" to top of domed glass. This one is made from
Brass
Gilded Peacock Sculpture in Porcelain and Crystal
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture gilded peacock handmade in precious porcelain one by one, feather by feather. Each feather is unique. Made with shiny porcelain, hand-painted with 24-karat gold and preciou...
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Hermes Vintage Leather and Bronze Desk Magnifying Glass
By Hermès
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Vintage Hermes Leather and Bronze Desk Magnifying Glass Elegant gilt bronze magnifying glass with black leather handle stamped Hermes Paris from the Art Deco style, 20th Century Me...
Bronze
$524,096 / set
H 114.5 in W 35.5 in D 5 in
19th Century, Monumental Carved Boiserie Panels from Lartington Hall
Located in London, GB
The Lartington hall carved Boiserie panels by Signor Anton Leone Bulletti. A highly important suite of eight carved and patinated wood panels commissioned by Monsignor Thomas Edw...
Wood, Pine
Bronze Sculpture of a Koi Fish Sculpture Vase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Bronze Koi Fish. The beautiful fish can be used as a decorative piece, a vase, and if you're really ambitious, could make a lovely fountain. A compliment to any space - living ro...
Bronze
$1,700
H 2 in W 5.5 in D 3.25 in
Mid 20th Century Hermes Horse Head Magnifying Glass, France, Circa 1960
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Introducing an elegant mid 20th-century Hermes Horse Head Magnifying Glass from France, Circa 1960. The intricately designed horse's head adds a unique touch to this functional pie...
Glass
$1,327 / set
H 2.76 in W 9.45 in D 5.12 in
ANTIQUE ENGLISH WALNUT RECEPTION DESK LETTER SET MAGNiFYING GLASS
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale This Antique Reception Desk Letter Set. Is a stunning example of late Victorian craftsmanship, dating back to 1900. Comprising a magnifying glas...
Walnut
Victorian Nécessaire de Voyage
Located in New Orleans, LA
A work of extraordinary craftsmanship, this exquisite English vanity case is as much an item of luxury as it is of necessity. Known as a nécessaire de voyage, the case features a lux...
Velvet, Glass, Wood
$61,043Sale Price|20% Off
H 104.34 in W 153.55 in D 19.69 in
Antique Pharmacy Cabinet, Walnut Bookcases and Glass Doors with Sign, '800 Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Complete antique pharmacy cabinet, with 3 open bookcases on the sides, 1 bookcase with drawers and 2 original doors with glass and enameled mirror sign. Built in the mid-19th century...
Glass, Walnut
$1,796Sale Price|20% Off
H 17.5 in W 9.5 in D 1.5 in
Rare Antique English Mammoth Map or Library Magnifying Glass, circa 1930
Located in Bath, GB
Wow, you need to hands to lift this mammoth magnifying glass, a great look for the library and a real talking point. The handle is made from cast brass and the frame for the glass...
Metal
Whether you’ve carved out a space for a nifty home office or you prefer the morning commute, why not dress up your desk with antique and vintage desk accessories? To best tiptoe the line between desk efficiency and desk enjoyment, we suggest adding a touch of the past to your modern-day space.
Desks are a funny thing. Their basic premise has remained the same for quite literally centuries: a flat surface, oftentimes a drawer, and potentially a shelf or two. However, the contents that lay upon the desk? Well, the evolution has been drastic to say the least.
Thank the Victorians for the initial popularity of the paperweight. The Industrial Revolution offered the novel concept of leisure-time to Europeans, giving them more time to take part in the then crucial activity of letter writing. Decorative glass paperweight designs were all the rage, and during the mid-19th-century some of the most popular makers included the French companies of Baccarat, St. Louis and Clichy.
As paper was exceedingly expensive in the early to mid-19th-century, every effort was made to utilize a full sheet of it. Paper knives, which gave way to the modern letter opener, were helpful for cutting paper down to an appropriate size.
Books — those bound volumes of paper, you may recall — used to be common occurrences on desks of yore and where there were books there needed to be bookends. As a luxury item, bookend designs have run the gamut from incorporating ultra-luxurious materials (think marble and Murano glass) to being whimsical desk accompaniments (animal figurines were highly popular choices).
Though the inkwell’s extinction was ushered in by the advent of the ballpoint pen (itself quasi-obsolete at this point), there is still significant charm to be had from placing one of these bauble-like objets in a central spot on one’s desk. You may be surprised to discover the mood-boosting powers an antique — and purposefully empty — inkwell can provide.
The clamor for desk clocks arose as the Industrial Revolution transitioned labor from outdoors to indoors, and allowed for the mass-production of clock parts in factories. Naturally, elaborate designs soon followed and clocks could be found made by artisans and luxury houses like Cartier.
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