Vintage French Empire Bronze Hunting Dog Marble Base Desk Pen Holder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Empire Bronze Hunting Dog Marble Base Desk Pen Holder. Circa Mid 20th Century.
Marble
French Inkstand and Pen Holder with Dog in Kennel and Boy
Located in London, GB
An attractive and unusual patinated bronze inkwell of a child feeding his dog which is chained to its kennel. The top of the kennel lifts off to reveal the porcelain inkwell within. ...
Bronze
Bronze inkwell and pen holder, a dachshund dog, by Anton Puchegger, Austria 1890
By Anton Puchegger
Located in Milan, IT
Bronze desktop inkwell with pen holder, depicting the head of a dachshund. The sculpture rests on a curved base in red Verona marble, which also houses the brass ink container. Signe...
Marble, Brass, Bronze
Black Forest Carved Dog Inkwell
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Swiss carved black Forest shaggy dog inkwell with pen holder. In the 1800’s the wood carving industry of Switzerland started in the town of Brienz.
Wood
Black Forest Dog Inkwell and Pen Holder, Circa 1900
By Black Forest
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
Black Forest dog inkwell and pen holder. A young dog with his paws on a piece of bark peering over the edge.
Wood
Marble and Brass Art Deco Period Desk Pen Holder with Terrier Dog
Located in New York, NY
A substantial marble and brass Art Deco period desk pen holder with terrier dog, circa 1930s-1940s.
Marble, Brass
Finely Carved 'Black Forest' Pipe Stand
By Black Forest
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A finely carved "Black Forest' pipe stand. Carved Lindenwood with a single bear standing over a naturalistic base with the pipe holders and astray to front.
Wood
Austrian Bronze Dog 'ashtray and phosphor'
By Friedrich Gornik
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Austrian bronze dog (ashtray and phosphor) Artist: F. Gornik sealed at its base circa 1900 perfect condition.
Bronze
$275
H 1.5 in W 3.38 in D 0.75 in
20th Century Dachshund Dog Austrian Bronze Miniature Figurine Antique
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 20th Century figurine, expertly crafted and beautifully detailed in the tradition of Austrian bronzes. This charming figurine showcases the exceptional artistry for whi...
Metal, Bronze
Mid-century vintage bronze sculpture of a hunting dog
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid-century vintage sculpture of a hunting dog. This bronze sculpture has an age-appropriate green patina. This is an American made peace circa 1970.
Bronze
$280
H 2.13 in W 2.5 in D 1.38 in
Early 20th Century Dachshund Dog Austrian Vienna Bronze Style Figurine
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Charming early 20th-century cold-painted metal dog figurine, dating to approximately the 1900s to 1910s and executed in the style of the celebrated Vienna Bronzes. Depicting a Dachsh...
Metal
$380
H 1.5 in W 3.25 in D 1 in
Early 20th Century Dachshund Dog Austrian Vienna Bronze Miniature Figurine
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Early 1900s Vienna Bronze Dachshund Figurine – Unpainted, Patinated Finish A charming and finely crafted Vienna Bronze dachshund figurine dating to the early 1900s, found at an esta...
Bronze
Early 20th-Century Austrian Cold-Painted Bronze Miniature Dachshund Dog
Located in St. Louis, MO
A charming turn-of-the-century Austrian cold-painted bronze figurine depicting a Miniature Dachshund standing attentively with detailed facial expression, floppy ears, and an integra...
Bronze
Bronze Bird Dog on Marble Base
Located in Annville, PA
Graceful even when standing still the Bronze Bird Dog on Marble Base is a striking addition to any setting. Using traditional lost wax casting methods the Bronze Bird Dog statue is c...
Bronze
French Fireside Hunting Dog Statue A handsome piece made in patinated iron
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Fireside Hunting Dog Statue A handsome piece made in patinated iron and standing on a plinth, the dog is fully 3 Dimensional and looks great from all sides He is in very goo...
Iron
$2,074Sale Price|20% Off
H 4.34 in W 8.47 in D 2.76 in
19th Century Bronze Setter Dog Sculpture After P.J. Mêne, French Art
Located in York, GB
A fine bronze Animalier sculpture of a setter dog after the renowned French sculptor p j mene from a private collector Height: 11cm. Length: 21.5cm base 7 cm Signed in excellent cond...
Bronze
19th Century P.J. Mene Bronze Pointing Dog Statue
By Pierre Jules Mêne
Located in High Point, NC
19th century cast bronze figure of a hunting dog pointing by Pierre Jules Mene. This is a lovely bronze which has acquired a gorgeous patina over the years. The figure is a beautif...
Bronze
Vintage Bronze Sporting Dog Pipe Stand with Catchall Tray
Located in San Diego, CA
A handsome vintage pipe stand featuring a finely cast seated sporting dog, likely an English Cocker Spaniel or Setter, mounted above an integrated catchall tray. Executed in a rich d...
Bronze
Antique Setter Dog Head Figural Cigar Cutter, Bronze, Austria, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Early Bronze & Metal Cigar Cutter, Austria, circa 1900s A rare and finely detailed cigar cutter in bronze metal, crafted in the early 1900s or possibly earlier. This exceptional pie...
Metal, Bronze
$643 / set
H 5.52 in W 8.67 in D 3.55 in
Pair of dog sculptures in bronze and marble, France, 19th century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Pair of patinated bronze dog sculptures on marble bases, dating from the 19th century. These elegant animal figures depict two dogs in different poses, with the fine and expressive ...
Marble, Bronze
Brass Dog Head Letter Clip on Green Onyx Base, Germany, 1920s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Brass Dog Head Letter Clip on Green Onyx Base, Germany, 1920s This elegant letter and document clip from the 1920s is a unique desk accessory and a perfect gift for dog lovers. The c...
Onyx, Brass
$1,120
H 10 in W 6.63 in D 8.25 in
Hunting Dog Head Black Forest Hand Carved Folk Art Wooden Trophy, 19th Century
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A great looking hand carved original wooden Folk Art Dog head with glass eyes, wall decoration. A great piece for a suitable ambiance in a trophy room or the office of a Hunter or Wo...
Wood
Black Forest Carved Bird Plaque
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Swiss carved walnut plaque with game bird and two chicks with vine and leaf design. Part of the Brienz Collection but not published. Period: circa 1920 Origin: Swiss Size: 17" x 19"...
Wood
19th Century Black Forest Carved Bear Chair
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Black Forest Swiss carved chair having bear on fallen log. Carved bear on lifting seat which once had a music box. Part of the Brienz collection plate 26. Origin: Swiss Period: Las...
Wood
Antique Black Forest Brienz Hand-Carved Figural Dog Inkwell
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique inkwell is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Austria and date to approximately 1920 and done in the period Black Forest style. The inkwell is composed of a ...
Art Glass, Softwood
Pair Black Forest Carved Hanging Game Plaques
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Matched pair of Black Forest linden wood hanging game plaques. One with chamois and grouse, the other red stag and fox. Both complete with rifle and game bags. Part of the Brienz Col...
Wood
19th Century Black Forest Carved Cabinet
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Swiss carved china cabinet. Front door has bear paying accordion. Mother and father dancing together as cub plays close by. Two bears supporting shelves. Two drawers for flatware. Be...
Wood
Black Forest Carved Bear with Pen Inkwell
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Walking bear pen holder and inkwell. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings," plate 92a. Book included. In the 1800’s the wood carving industry of Switzerland starte...
Wood
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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The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.