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Figural Bronze Inkstand

19th Century French Figural Bronze and Gilt Inkstand
19th Century French Figural Bronze and Gilt Inkstand

19th Century French Figural Bronze and Gilt Inkstand

Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

This beautifully detailed French bronze and gilt inkwell shows a Revolutionary figure sounding an

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Metal

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A Fine Early 20th Century Austrian Bronze Figural Inkstand by Friedrich Gornik
A Fine Early 20th Century Austrian Bronze Figural Inkstand by Friedrich Gornik

A Fine Early 20th Century Austrian Bronze Figural Inkstand by Friedrich Gornik

By Friedrich Gornik

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A very handsome early 20th century figural bronze inkstand depicting the finely modelled figures of

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Early 20th Century Austrian Beaux Arts Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Louis XV Style Figural Bronze Double Inkwell Inkstand Pen Holder
19th Century Louis XV Style Figural Bronze Double Inkwell Inkstand Pen Holder

19th Century Louis XV Style Figural Bronze Double Inkwell Inkstand Pen Holder

Located in Philadelphia, PA

19th century, French Louis XV style figural cast bronze double inkwell pen holder. Item features

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Patinated Bronze Inkstand with the Figure of Queen Hatshepsut Pharaoh of Egypt
Patinated Bronze Inkstand with the Figure of Queen Hatshepsut Pharaoh of Egypt

Patinated Bronze Inkstand with the Figure of Queen Hatshepsut Pharaoh of Egypt

Located in Madrid, ES

Patinated bronze inkstand and black marble with the figure of Queen Hatshepsut, Pharaoh of Egypt

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Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Bronze

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Located in Kennesaw, GA

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Inkwells

Materials

Malachite, Bronze

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Located in Kittery Point, ME

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Antique 19th Century French Empire Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Large Antique French Marble and Bronze Inkwell, circa 1880
Large Antique French Marble and Bronze Inkwell, circa 1880

Large Antique French Marble and Bronze Inkwell, circa 1880

Located in Dallas, TX

This is a stunning, large, antique French marble and gilt bronze double inkwell. The inkwells’ lids are hinged to the wells and have motifs of swirling leaves with berries culminatin...

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Antique 1870s French Louis XIV Inkwells

Materials

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An Exquisite and Rare French Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Bloodstone Inkwell
An Exquisite and Rare French Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Bloodstone Inkwell

An Exquisite and Rare French Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Bloodstone Inkwell

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

An Exquisite and Rare French Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Bloodstone Inkwell, circa 1875. A truly exceptional and jewel like quality inkwell encrier, made with the finest ormolu, ...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Stunning Antique French Bronze Statue on Inkwell Stand, circa 1880
Stunning Antique French Bronze Statue on Inkwell Stand, circa 1880

Stunning Antique French Bronze Statue on Inkwell Stand, circa 1880

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

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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Antique 1880s French High Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French accessories Inkwell in bronze Louis XV style
19th Century French accessories Inkwell in bronze Louis XV style

19th Century French accessories Inkwell in bronze Louis XV style

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Louis XV style bronze inkwell ,in the middle you have a marble plaque in the shape of a heart ,the bronze are finely executed,original condition Extremly rare this inkwell have its...

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Antique 1890s French Louis XV Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

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Figural Bronze Inkstand For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic figural bronze inkstand available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and glass, every figural bronze inkstand was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the figural bronze inkstand you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each figural bronze inkstand bearing Art Nouveau, Empire or Louis XVI hallmarks is very popular. A well-made figural bronze inkstand has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Friedrich Gornik, Hugo Leven and J.J. Ducel Me de Forges are consistently popular.

How Much is a Figural Bronze Inkstand?

The average selling price for a figural bronze inkstand at 1stDibs is $2,719, while they’re typically $1,253 on the low end and $84,500 for the highest priced.

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.