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English Equestrian Horseshoe Silver Plate & Oak Desktop Inkwell Inkstand c. 1900
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By Army & Navy CSL, Rowland Ward
Located in St. Louis, MO
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Located in Atlanta, GA
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Located in Atlanta, GA
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Antique English Equestrian Inkwell, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome heavy cast brass inkwell with a highly collectable Equestrian theme.
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19th Century Brass Inkwell with Equestrian Design
Located in High Point, NC
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Antique English Novelty Inkwell, Horse Jumping, Equestrian or Jockey, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
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Antique Equestrian Horse Racing / Horseshoe Inkwell by Henry Bourn, circa 1890
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Antique Equestrian Horse Racing / Horseshoe Inkwell by Henry Bourn, circa 1890
By Henry Bourne
Located in Bath, GB
A charming late Victorian English Inkwell made from solid polished oak with silver plated fittings signed on the underside by the well renowned silversmith, Henry Bourne of Birmingha...
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Fabulous Equestrian / Horse Racing Inkstand, c.1890, Jockey
Located in Bath, GB
The two inkwells are made from crystal, hand-cut and topped with hinged brass lids; the inkwells affixed to the base.
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Antique English Equestrian Themed Silver Plate Inkwell.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
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Antique English Silver Plated Equestrian Inkwell, with Dogs & Foxes
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique English silver plated Equestrian Inkwell, with Dogs & Foxes, with dome top, and four portraits of dressed dogs and foxes, with a hunt scene below.
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Equestrian Inkwell For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the equestrian inkwell you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An equestrian inkwell — often made from metal, brass and silver plate — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the equestrian inkwell you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right equestrian inkwell, those designed in Victorian styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one equestrian inkwell that is appealing in its simplicity, but Henry Bourne produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Equestrian Inkwell?
Prices for an equestrian inkwell can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $559 and can go as high as $3,600, while the average can fetch as much as $1,550.
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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