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French Inkstand and Pen Holder with Dog in Kennel and Boy
French Inkstand and Pen Holder with Dog in Kennel and Boy

French Inkstand and Pen Holder with Dog in Kennel and Boy

$1,601

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. ...

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Antique 1850s French Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

French champleve Chinoiserie inkstand
French champleve Chinoiserie inkstand

French champleve Chinoiserie inkstand

$3,500

French champleve Chinoiserie inkstand

Located in New York, NY

Fine French champleve Chinoiserie inkstand, Late 19th c., rectangular stand, blue and red enamel ground with blue florals, censer-form inkwell to center, raised on bracket feet, att...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Chinoiserie Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Champleve Inkstand
19th Century French Champleve Inkstand

19th Century French Champleve Inkstand

$1,850

19th Century French Champleve Inkstand

Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

This is a luxurious combination of colors in the form of a French champleve inkstand, with a square crystal inkwell with a champleve top. 19th century.

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Antique 19th Century French Other Inkwells

Materials

Metal

Antique French Marble and Bronze Inkstand
Antique French Marble and Bronze Inkstand

Antique French Marble and Bronze Inkstand

$1,200

Antique French Marble and Bronze Inkstand

Located in New Orleans, LA

This handsome inkwell has well-defined lines and includes spots for four writing pieces. The marble is a soft grey color and the inkwell itself nicely crafted.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Silver and Enamel Inkstand, circa 1920
French Silver and Enamel Inkstand, circa 1920

French Silver and Enamel Inkstand, circa 1920

$12,000

French Silver and Enamel Inkstand, circa 1920

Located in New York, NY

French silver and yellow enamel inkstand, circa 1920.  

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Early 20th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Enamel, Silver

French Porcelain Inkstand, Sèvres Style, 19th Century
French Porcelain Inkstand, Sèvres Style, 19th Century

French Porcelain Inkstand, Sèvres Style, 19th Century

$1,200

French Porcelain Inkstand, Sèvres Style, 19th Century

Located in Toronto, CA

This is an exquisite porcelain gilded and enameled inkstand in the Sèvres style, from France. Nineteenth century.

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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Inkwells

Materials

Porcelain

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

19th Century French Figural Bronze and Gilt Inkstand

$1,450

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 alarm of impending uprise while standing on a cobblestone street with a gilt metal d...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Metal

Antique French Sèvres Style Rococo Painted Gilt Pink Gold Inkstand
Antique French Sèvres Style Rococo Painted Gilt Pink Gold Inkstand

Antique French Sèvres Style Rococo Painted Gilt Pink Gold Inkstand

$536

Antique French Sèvres Style Rococo Painted Gilt Pink Gold Inkstand

Located in Greven, DE

Antique French Sèvres Style Rococo Painted Gilt Pink Gold Inkstand French Porcelain 19th Century Dimensions: H x W x D: 8.5cm x 12cm x 8cm This charming decorative inkstand d...

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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Inkwells

Materials

Porcelain

French Chinoiserie Porcelain Figural Inkstand, Jacob Petit, circa 1840
French Chinoiserie Porcelain Figural Inkstand, Jacob Petit, circa 1840

French Chinoiserie Porcelain Figural Inkstand, Jacob Petit, circa 1840

$9,500

French Chinoiserie Porcelain Figural Inkstand, Jacob Petit, circa 1840

Located in New York, NY

With removable globe cover revealing a removable ink-pot. The Chinese Buddha holding a quill holder in his left hand.

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Antique 1840s French Inkwells

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Silvered Inkwell With Bust, 19th Century, France, Double Inkstand
Antique Silvered Inkwell With Bust, 19th Century, France, Double Inkstand

Antique Silvered Inkwell With Bust, 19th Century, France, Double Inkstand

$431

Antique Silvered Inkwell With Bust, 19th Century, France, Double Inkstand

Located in Greven, DE

Beautiful inkwell with a small bust in the center and two glass inkwells on its sides. Nicely silvered and cleaned condition. France, 19th century.

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Antique 19th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

French Empire Napoleon III Bizantine Bronze Ormolu Inkwell or Inkstand
French Empire Napoleon III Bizantine Bronze Ormolu Inkwell or Inkstand

French Empire Napoleon III Bizantine Bronze Ormolu Inkwell or Inkstand

$1,430Sale Price|35% Off

French Empire Napoleon III Bizantine Bronze Ormolu Inkwell or Inkstand

Located in Miami, FL

Exquisite Bizantine French 19th century Empire Napoleon III gilded bronze inkwell. This handcrafted antique desk accessory bears the makers mark on the bottom is of exceptional qual...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

French gilt bronze and marble inkstand of a majestic lioness, circa 1850
French gilt bronze and marble inkstand of a majestic lioness, circa 1850

French gilt bronze and marble inkstand of a majestic lioness, circa 1850

$2,746

French gilt bronze and marble inkstand of a majestic lioness, circa 1850

Located in Central England, GB

The marble has a few tiny, minor edge chips, which are in keeping with its age and use. French, circa 1850

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique French Porcelain Jacob Petite Desk Set Inkstand Provenance Ava Gardner
Antique French Porcelain Jacob Petite Desk Set Inkstand Provenance Ava Gardner

Antique French Porcelain Jacob Petite Desk Set Inkstand Provenance Ava Gardner

$1,978

Antique French Porcelain Jacob Petite Desk Set Inkstand Provenance Ava Gardner

By Jacob Petit

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Stunning French Lavish Gilt Porcelain Ink Stand of Museum Quality and generous proportions, made by renowned French porcelain maker Jacob Petit. Last quarter of the Nineteenth Centur...

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Antique 19th Century French Grand Tour Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Antique French Figural Louis XV Style Figural Bronze Double Inkwell Inkstand wit
Antique French Figural Louis XV Style Figural Bronze Double Inkwell Inkstand wit

Antique French Figural Louis XV Style Figural Bronze Double Inkwell Inkstand wit

$350

Antique French Figural Louis XV Style Figural Bronze Double Inkwell Inkstand wit

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique French Figural Louis XV Style Figural Bronze Double Inkwell Inkstand with Pen Holder 19th Century French Louis XV style figural cast bronze double inkwell pen holder.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th-C. French Gilt Bronze And Malachite Desk Pen Inkwell / Inkstand
Early 20th-C. French Gilt Bronze And Malachite Desk Pen Inkwell / Inkstand

Early 20th-C. French Gilt Bronze And Malachite Desk Pen Inkwell / Inkstand

$1,795

Early 20th-C. French Gilt Bronze And Malachite Desk Pen Inkwell / Inkstand

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is an early 20th century highly decorative French gilt bronze, malachite and faux malachite inkstand with dual inkwells.

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Inkwells

Materials

Malachite, Bronze

Antique Double Inkstand With Glass Inserts, Gutta-Percha, France, Circa 1880
Antique Double Inkstand With Glass Inserts, Gutta-Percha, France, Circa 1880

Antique Double Inkstand With Glass Inserts, Gutta-Percha, France, Circa 1880

$317Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Double Inkstand With Glass Inserts, Gutta-Percha, France, Circa 1880

Located in Greven, DE

Beautiful antique inkstand with two crystal inkwells. The base and the lids are made of gutta-percha, a molded resin, France, circa 1880.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Glass, Resin

An Early 19th Century Paris Porcelain Inkstand
An Early 19th Century Paris Porcelain Inkstand

An Early 19th Century Paris Porcelain Inkstand

$2,250

An Early 19th Century Paris Porcelain Inkstand

By Jacob Petite

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A whimsical porcelain inkstand attributed to Jacob Petit, born Jacob Mordecai, was a well-known and celebrated French manufacturer of porcelain in the 19th Century.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Rococo Inkwells

Materials

Porcelain

Antique French Regency Grand Tour Bronze Crystal Desk Set Inkstand Encrier 19Ct
Antique French Regency Grand Tour Bronze Crystal Desk Set Inkstand Encrier 19Ct

Antique French Regency Grand Tour Bronze Crystal Desk Set Inkstand Encrier 19Ct

$805

Antique French Regency Grand Tour Bronze Crystal Desk Set Inkstand Encrier 19Ct

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Stunning Heavy Gauge Chisel Cast French Grand Tour German Neo-Classical Bronze and Crystal Ink Stand of Museum Quality and generous proportions. First quarter of the Nineteenth Centu...

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Antique 19th Century French Grand Tour Desk Sets

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Louis XVI Style Bronze And Porcelain Inkstand
Louis XVI Style Bronze And Porcelain Inkstand

Louis XVI Style Bronze And Porcelain Inkstand

$1,850

Louis XVI Style Bronze And Porcelain Inkstand

Located in Essex, MA

Chinoiserie surface with rocaille bronze borders and holding three holders one for a sander and one ink and other pens. Porcelain likely by Samson.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Empire Gilt and Patinated Bronze Inkstand 'Encrier'
Empire Gilt and Patinated Bronze Inkstand 'Encrier'

Empire Gilt and Patinated Bronze Inkstand 'Encrier'

$3,250

Empire Gilt and Patinated Bronze Inkstand 'Encrier'

Located in Kittery Point, ME

The rectangular base mounted with a round lidded ink pot with a porcelain container and a sand pot, each raised on winged lion feet, centered by a palm decorated columnar carrying ha...

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Antique 19th Century French Empire Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

German Shepherd Dog Crystal Inkstand / Inkwell Desk Piece
German Shepherd Dog Crystal Inkstand / Inkwell Desk Piece

German Shepherd Dog Crystal Inkstand / Inkwell Desk Piece

$650

German Shepherd Dog Crystal Inkstand / Inkwell Desk Piece

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

German Shepherd Dog Crystal Inkstand / Inkwell Desk Piece Desk decorative inkwell.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Napoleon III Black Gutta Percha Inkstand, Late 19th Century
Napoleon III Black Gutta Percha Inkstand, Late 19th Century

Napoleon III Black Gutta Percha Inkstand, Late 19th Century

$2,500

Napoleon III Black Gutta Percha Inkstand, Late 19th Century

Located in Spencertown, NY

The black inkstand with a molded lion decoration with a shell pen tray. The two glass inkwells on either end.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells

Materials

Rubber

Victorian Marble Inkwell Sienna Yellow Inkstand Desk Set Antique Louis XVI
Victorian Marble Inkwell Sienna Yellow Inkstand Desk Set Antique Louis XVI

Victorian Marble Inkwell Sienna Yellow Inkstand Desk Set Antique Louis XVI

$932

Victorian Marble Inkwell Sienna Yellow Inkstand Desk Set Antique Louis XVI

Located in Wommelgem, VAN

An Antique Sienna marble inkwell / inkstand Very well shaped and decorative Made Of yellow and black / grey veined marble on gilt bronze toupie feet Style George III / Louis XVI Cond...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Inkwells

Materials

Siena Marble, Bronze

Victorian Era Inkstand with Boulle Marquetry in Ebonised Wood and Brass
Victorian Era Inkstand with Boulle Marquetry in Ebonised Wood and Brass

Victorian Era Inkstand with Boulle Marquetry in Ebonised Wood and Brass

$4,007

Victorian Era Inkstand with Boulle Marquetry in Ebonised Wood and Brass

By J. C. Vickery

Located in London, GB

Victorian era inkstand with Boulle marquetry in ebonised wood and brass English, dated 1853 Measures: Height 17cm, width 38.5cm, depth 27.5cm This 19th Century English inkstand ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Antique Art Nouveau Gold Gilt Bronze Ormolu Inkstand Inkwell Office Desk Decor
Antique Art Nouveau Gold Gilt Bronze Ormolu Inkstand Inkwell Office Desk Decor

Antique Art Nouveau Gold Gilt Bronze Ormolu Inkstand Inkwell Office Desk Decor

$805

Antique Art Nouveau Gold Gilt Bronze Ormolu Inkstand Inkwell Office Desk Decor

Located in Greven, DE

Antique Art Nouveau Gold Gilt Bronze Ormolu Inkstand Inkwell Office Desk Decor Continental Gilt Bronze c. 1900 Dimensions: H x W x D: 11cm x 30cm x 18.5cm This elegant inkstan...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Shipping Free, 19th Century Silvered Bronze Inkstand Signed Boin Taburet, Paris
Shipping Free, 19th Century Silvered Bronze Inkstand Signed Boin Taburet, Paris

Shipping Free, 19th Century Silvered Bronze Inkstand Signed Boin Taburet, Paris

$1,808

Shipping Free, 19th Century Silvered Bronze Inkstand Signed Boin Taburet, Paris

By Boin-Taburet

Located in Lisse, NL

Louis XV style inkstand with chinoiserie design, lacquered top. This rare and stylish inkstand is a work of the house Boin-Taburet, goldsmith in Paris. This impressive size inkstand...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique German Bronze Desk Set Inkstand Rosso Antico Marble Ormolu Burgstaller
Antique German Bronze Desk Set Inkstand Rosso Antico Marble Ormolu Burgstaller

Antique German Bronze Desk Set Inkstand Rosso Antico Marble Ormolu Burgstaller

$985

Antique German Bronze Desk Set Inkstand Rosso Antico Marble Ormolu Burgstaller

By George Josef Burgstaller

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Stunning Chisel Cast Austrian or German Neo-Classical Ormolu and Rosso Antico Marble Ink Stand of Museum Quality and generous proportions, by George Josef Burgstaller, Late Nineteent...

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Antique 19th Century French Grand Tour Desk Sets

Materials

Siena Marble, Brass, Bronze

19th Century Vieille Garde Sculpture on Inkstand by A. Le Véel and Susse Frères
19th Century Vieille Garde Sculpture on Inkstand by A. Le Véel and Susse Frères

19th Century Vieille Garde Sculpture on Inkstand by A. Le Véel and Susse Frères

$9,300

19th Century Vieille Garde Sculpture on Inkstand by A. Le Véel and Susse Frères

By Susse Freres, Armand LeVeel 1

Located in North Miami, FL

Late 19th century Napoleon III 'Vieille Garde' sculpture with inkwells and marble base inkstand by Armand Le Véel and Susse Frères, France By: Armand Le Véel, Susse Frères Material:...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells

Materials

Stone, Marble, Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin

20th Century Marble French Art Deco Inkwell, 1930
20th Century Marble French Art Deco Inkwell, 1930

20th Century Marble French Art Deco Inkwell, 1930

$789

20th Century Marble French Art Deco Inkwell, 1930

Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont

French marble inkstand from the Art Deco era. Inkwell for antique dealers and collectors of excellent quality and difficult to find.

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells

Materials

Marble

Antique French Gilt Bronze Encrier Inkwell Desk Stand, Signed JF
Antique French Gilt Bronze Encrier Inkwell Desk Stand, Signed JF

Antique French Gilt Bronze Encrier Inkwell Desk Stand, Signed JF

$3,500

Antique French Gilt Bronze Encrier Inkwell Desk Stand, Signed JF

Located in Forney, TX

A most impressive fine quality antique Louis XV style French ormolu encrier / inkstand. Born in France in the 19th century, almost certainly Parisian work, exquisitely chased, chis...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Gardener’s Delight, Antique French Empire Gilt Bronze Beehive Model Encrier
Gardener’s Delight, Antique French Empire Gilt Bronze Beehive Model Encrier

Gardener’s Delight, Antique French Empire Gilt Bronze Beehive Model Encrier

$4,500

Gardener’s Delight, Antique French Empire Gilt Bronze Beehive Model Encrier

Located in New York, NY

Great fun for a gardening afficionado - a delightful desk accessory wether you're planning a beautiful garden, tending a beehive, ordering new seeds for the season or wish for a an u...

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Antique 19th Century French Empire Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Period French Louis XV Ormolu Mounted Japanese Lacquer Chinoiserie Inkwell Tray
Period French Louis XV Ormolu Mounted Japanese Lacquer Chinoiserie Inkwell Tray

Period French Louis XV Ormolu Mounted Japanese Lacquer Chinoiserie Inkwell Tray

$2,250

Period French Louis XV Ormolu Mounted Japanese Lacquer Chinoiserie Inkwell Tray

By Vernis Martin

Located in Forney, TX

A scarce nearly 300 year old Louis XV (1715-1774) period French gilt bronze ormolu mounted Japanned encrier (inkwell or inkstand) Paris, France, circa 1750, exceptionally executed i...

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

A Champlevé Enamel Three Piece Desk Set, Attributed to Barbedienne
A Champlevé Enamel Three Piece Desk Set, Attributed to Barbedienne

A Champlevé Enamel Three Piece Desk Set, Attributed to Barbedienne

$12,947

A Champlevé Enamel Three Piece Desk Set, Attributed to Barbedienne

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

The pen tray with two hinged lidded ink wells with a stepped gallery centred by a putto figure seated on a column holding aloft a flaming torch. French, Circa 1880. Approximate D...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desk Sets

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Iznik-Style Ceramic and Brass-Mounted Ink Stand
Iznik-Style Ceramic and Brass-Mounted Ink Stand

Iznik-Style Ceramic and Brass-Mounted Ink Stand

$4,770

Iznik-Style Ceramic and Brass-Mounted Ink Stand

By Iznik Pottery

Located in London, GB

Iznik-style ceramic and brass-mounted ink stand French, 19th Century Height 10.5cm, width 34cm, depth 19cm Revealing a vase and flowers contained in a border of repeating patter...

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Antique 19th Century French Islamic Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Rare Antique Classical Roman Bronze & Glass Inkstand with Crystal Glass Inkwell
Rare Antique Classical Roman Bronze & Glass Inkstand with Crystal Glass Inkwell

Rare Antique Classical Roman Bronze & Glass Inkstand with Crystal Glass Inkwell

$1,400

Rare Antique Classical Roman Bronze & Glass Inkstand with Crystal Glass Inkwell

Located in Lisse, NL

Stylish, rare and mint condition bronze, brass and glass desk piece. This completely original inkstand dates from the late 19th century and it has a large number of striking Roman...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Classical Roman Inkwells

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Crystal, Brass, Bronze

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Fine French Directoire Inkstand
Fine French Directoire Inkstand

Fine French Directoire Inkstand

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H 3.35 in W 17.72 in D 9.85 in

Fine French Directoire Inkstand

Located in London, Middlesex

He filled it with both Russian and French decorative pieces.  

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Antique Early 19th Century French Directoire Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

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H 5 in W 13 in D 10.5 in

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Located in Toronto, ON

Choice antique mid 19th century French Boulle Inkstand

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Antique 19th Century French Inkwells

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Brass

French Haviland Limoges Porcelain Inkstand
French Haviland Limoges Porcelain Inkstand

French Haviland Limoges Porcelain Inkstand

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H 4.25 in W 8.75 in D 4.5 in

French Haviland Limoges Porcelain Inkstand

By Haviland & Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The sander with firing crack to top, well lacking cover. French Haviland Limoges porcelain. Scrolling quadrapodal rectangular inkstand with gilt-molded handle, the gold ground pai...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Rococo Revival Inkwells

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Porcelain

A Fine French Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Inkstand
A Fine French Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Inkstand

A Fine French Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Inkstand

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H 4.5 in W 16 in D 8.25 in

A Fine French Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Inkstand

Located in Sharon, MA

This elaborate Baroque style inkstand has a fire gilt frame and a pair of raised urns for the inkwell and sander. These urns rest above a chinoiserie decorated center wood panel dep...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Inkwells

19th Century French Napoleon III inkstand in Bronze Gold
19th Century French Napoleon III inkstand in Bronze Gold

19th Century French Napoleon III inkstand in Bronze Gold

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H 2.76 in W 9.85 in D 6.7 in

19th Century French Napoleon III inkstand in Bronze Gold

Located in Paris, FR

19th French Napoleon III inkstand in Bronze Gold

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Antique 19th Century French Inkwells

Antique Bronze Inkwell, Ormolu Mounted Inkstand, France 1890, H303
Antique Bronze Inkwell, Ormolu Mounted Inkstand, France 1890, H303

Antique Bronze Inkwell, Ormolu Mounted Inkstand, France 1890, H303

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H 4 in W 5.5 in D 5 in

Antique Bronze Inkwell, Ormolu Mounted Inkstand, France 1890, H303

Located in Vancouver, BC

Antique bronze inkwell, Ormolu mounted inkstand, France 1890, H303 France 1890 Bronze Bronze ormolu mounted inkstand Pen rest to the sides Brass inkwell with bronze cover All sittin...

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Antique 1890s French Inkwells

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Bronze

French Napoleon III Ormolu and Marble Inkstand
French Napoleon III Ormolu and Marble Inkstand

French Napoleon III Ormolu and Marble Inkstand

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H 24 in W 20 in D 12 in

French Napoleon III Ormolu and Marble Inkstand

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

(Encrier) circa 1840 After the Antoine Cosysevox. Bronze depicting Fame riding Pegasus.      

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Antique 1840s European Napoleon III Inkwells

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Marble, Bronze

Wonderful Old Paris Hand Painted Porcelain Inkstand, France, 1880s
Wonderful Old Paris Hand Painted Porcelain Inkstand, France, 1880s

Wonderful Old Paris Hand Painted Porcelain Inkstand, France, 1880s

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H 3.35 in W 7.49 in D 9.65 in

Wonderful Old Paris Hand Painted Porcelain Inkstand, France, 1880s

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

Wonderful Old Paris hand painted porcelain inkstand, France, 1880s Good condition, some minor wear on the gilding.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Inkwells

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Porcelain

French 19th century green marble and gilt bronze inkstand
French 19th century green marble and gilt bronze inkstand

French 19th century green marble and gilt bronze inkstand

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H 10.24 in W 14.18 in D 7.49 in

French 19th century green marble and gilt bronze inkstand

Located in Paris, FR

A rectangular green marble and gilt bronze inkstand composed of two inkwells hemmed with fluted frieze and crosspiece with their lids chiselled with foliages and pine cone atop and a...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells

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Marble, Ormolu

An Agate Stone Inkstand
An Agate Stone Inkstand

An Agate Stone Inkstand

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H 6.88 in W 12.99 in D 7.28 in

An Agate Stone Inkstand

Located in Madrid, Madrid

An agate stone Neoclassical ink-stand with bronze feet in the shape of lion paws.

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Inkwells

Antique Double Inkstand, Linage Blue and Gilt, France, 1900, H565
Antique Double Inkstand, Linage Blue and Gilt, France, 1900, H565

Antique Double Inkstand, Linage Blue and Gilt, France, 1900, H565

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H 3.75 in W 8 in D 6.5 in

Antique Double Inkstand, Linage Blue and Gilt, France, 1900, H565

Located in Vancouver, BC

Antique double inkstand, linage blue and gilt, France 1900, H565 France 1900 Porcelain Floral decoration to the back Pair of porcelain inkwells with lids Pen rest Stamp holder to th...

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Antique Early 1900s French Inkwells

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Porcelain

Fine French 18th Century Inkstand in Bronze Doré and Chinoiserie Lacquered Tray
Fine French 18th Century Inkstand in Bronze Doré and Chinoiserie Lacquered Tray

Fine French 18th Century Inkstand in Bronze Doré and Chinoiserie Lacquered Tray

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H 5.5 in W 13.5 in D 10.5 in

Fine French 18th Century Inkstand in Bronze Doré and Chinoiserie Lacquered Tray

Located in Charleston, SC

Rare and superb Louis XV period inkstand finely chased and gilded bronze base in a Rocaille decor of stylized leaves and shells. At top, resting on a Chinoiderie lacquered wooden tra...

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Inkwells

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Bronze

Art Nouveau .800 Continental Silver Figural Inkstand
Art Nouveau .800 Continental Silver Figural Inkstand

Art Nouveau .800 Continental Silver Figural Inkstand

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H 7.29 in W 9.06 in D 6.11 in

Art Nouveau .800 Continental Silver Figural Inkstand

Located in Brisbane, Queensland

An early 20th century Art Nouveau .800 continental silver inkstand. The piece depicts a nude woman resting a piece of paper on her lap, with a pen in her hand. Beside her are two ink...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Inkwells

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Silver

Unusual Paris Porcelain Inkstand Decorated with a Sitting Dog
Unusual Paris Porcelain Inkstand Decorated with a Sitting Dog

Unusual Paris Porcelain Inkstand Decorated with a Sitting Dog

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H 10.63 in W 10.24 in D 7.88 in

Unusual Paris Porcelain Inkstand Decorated with a Sitting Dog

Located in Paris, FR

A Paris porcelain inkwell in the style of Jacob Petit, composed of two parties. The bottom five feet resting on shaped scrolls, has two wells for ink and sand, and in the front shell...

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20th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Malachite Inkwell Desk Set French Inkstand
Antique Malachite Inkwell Desk Set French Inkstand

Antique Malachite Inkwell Desk Set French Inkstand

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H 5 in W 12 in D 8 in

Antique Malachite Inkwell Desk Set French Inkstand

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Gorgeous French malachite desk inkwell set Love the colour and grain to the malachite which really stands out The gilt fixtures are original and very well cast with great patina Come...

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Antique 1880s Inkwells

Materials

Glass

Antique French Louis XV Inkstand
Antique French Louis XV Inkstand

Antique French Louis XV Inkstand

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H 4.5 in W 13 in D 9 in

Antique French Louis XV Inkstand

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French Louis XV bronze inkstand.

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Antique 19th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Exceptional Quality French Boulle Inkstand
Exceptional Quality French Boulle Inkstand

Exceptional Quality French Boulle Inkstand

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H 3.94 in W 14.18 in D 7.88 in

Exceptional Quality French Boulle Inkstand

Located in Benington, Herts

An exceptional quality French Boulle inkstand / inkwell dating to circa 1830.

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Antique 1830s French More Desk Accessories

Maison Boin-Taburet French Ormolu Bronze Inkstand
Maison Boin-Taburet French Ormolu Bronze Inkstand

Maison Boin-Taburet French Ormolu Bronze Inkstand

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H 7 in W 13 in D 6.75 in

Maison Boin-Taburet French Ormolu Bronze Inkstand

By Boin-Taburet

Located in Astoria, NY

Maison Boin-Taburet French Ormolu Bronze Inkstand, late 19th century, with cherub writing on a tablet surrounded by books flanked by two covered inkwells with clear glass inserts, ma...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Inkwells

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Bronze, Ormolu

Antique French Ormolu & Porcelain Inkstand c.1870
Antique French Ormolu & Porcelain Inkstand c.1870

Antique French Ormolu & Porcelain Inkstand c.1870

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Antique French Ormolu & Porcelain Inkstand c.1870

Located in London, GB

This is an antique French ormolu and porcelain encrier of rectangular form c.1870 in date.

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Antique 19th Century French Inkwells

19th Century French Boulle & Cut Brass Inkstand
19th Century French Boulle & Cut Brass Inkstand

19th Century French Boulle & Cut Brass Inkstand

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H 3.55 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in

19th Century French Boulle & Cut Brass Inkstand

Located in London, GB

This is an absolutely stunning antique French Boulle & cut brass inkstand circa 1860 in date.

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Antique 1860s French More Desk Accessories

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Brass

Antique French Boulle Cut Brass Inlaid Inkstand
Antique French Boulle Cut Brass Inlaid Inkstand

Antique French Boulle Cut Brass Inlaid Inkstand

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H 2.37 in W 13 in D 11.03 in

Antique French Boulle Cut Brass Inlaid Inkstand

Located in London, GB

This is a lovely antique French ebonised cut brass Boulle work encrier, circa 1840 in date and made in the manner of George Bullock. The encrier comprises two glass inkwells and a li...

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Antique 19th Century French Inkwells

Victorian Boulle Marquetry Inkstand
Victorian Boulle Marquetry Inkstand

Victorian Boulle Marquetry Inkstand

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H 4.75 in W 14 in D 10.5 in

Victorian Boulle Marquetry Inkstand

Located in New Orleans, LA

A magnificent Victorian inkstand, crafted of ormolu-inlaid tortoiseshell in the distinctive style made popular by French ébéniste André-Charles Boulle.

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Antique 19th Century French Inkwells

Antique French Boulle Cut Brass Inlaid Inkstand c.1840
Antique French Boulle Cut Brass Inlaid Inkstand c.1840

Antique French Boulle Cut Brass Inlaid Inkstand c.1840

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Antique French Boulle Cut Brass Inlaid Inkstand c.1840

Located in London, GB

This is a lovely antique French coromandel wood and cut brass Boulle work ink stand, circa 1840 in date and made in the manner of George Bullock. The encrier comprises two glass ...

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Antique 1840s French Inkwells

French Art Nouveau Bronze Inkstand with Nude Venus, 1900
French Art Nouveau Bronze Inkstand with Nude Venus, 1900

French Art Nouveau Bronze Inkstand with Nude Venus, 1900

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H 7.09 in W 9.85 in D 10.24 in

French Art Nouveau Bronze Inkstand with Nude Venus, 1900

By Silaguy

Located in Antwerp, BE

Venus, beautiful French Art Nouveau bronze inkwell with nude and seashell. Signature/ Marks: Silaguy Style: Art Nouveau Date: 1900 Material: Bronze Origin: France Size: L. 26 cm. x H...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells

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Bronze

19th Century French Boulle Cut Brass Inlaid Inkstand
19th Century French Boulle Cut Brass Inlaid Inkstand

19th Century French Boulle Cut Brass Inlaid Inkstand

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H 5.52 in W 11.82 in D 8.67 in

19th Century French Boulle Cut Brass Inlaid Inkstand

Located in London, GB

This is a lovely antique French ebonised cut brass Boulle work encrier, circa 1840 in date and retailed by the eminent retailer J.C. Vickery, of Regents Street, London. The encrie...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Inkwells

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Brass

Old French Samson-Style Hand-Painted Porcelain Two-Bottle Inkstand
Old French Samson-Style Hand-Painted Porcelain Two-Bottle Inkstand

Old French Samson-Style Hand-Painted Porcelain Two-Bottle Inkstand

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H 3.75 in W 10.25 in D 7.75 in

Old French Samson-Style Hand-Painted Porcelain Two-Bottle Inkstand

By Samson & Cie

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Rare Old French Samson-style hand-painted porcelain large two-bottle Inkstand with typical "Samson-style" hand enameled decorative motifs overall.

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Late 20th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Porcelain

Antique French Ormolu & Marble Double Encrier Standish Inkstand 19th Century
Antique French Ormolu & Marble Double Encrier Standish Inkstand 19th Century

Antique French Ormolu & Marble Double Encrier Standish Inkstand 19th Century

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H 8.67 in W 13.78 in D 8.67 in

Antique French Ormolu & Marble Double Encrier Standish Inkstand 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a wonderful antique French Empire Revival ormolu mounted and patinated Verde Antico marble inkstand, Circa 1870 in date.

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Antique 1870s French Inkwells

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Marble, Ormolu

Early 19th Century Empire Inkstand
Early 19th Century Empire Inkstand

Early 19th Century Empire Inkstand

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H 7.29 in W 6.11 in D 3.15 in

Early 19th Century Empire Inkstand

Located in Paris, FR

Empire inkstand crafted of ebony, gilt bronze and crystal. Exhibiting an exquisite design of Mercury heads and palmette, this set is comprised of two cut-crystal jars, serving as an ...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Inkwells

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Crystal, Bronze

Early 19th Century Empire Inkstand
Early 19th Century Empire Inkstand

Early 19th Century Empire Inkstand

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H 7.29 in W 6.11 in D 3.15 in

Early 19th Century Empire Inkstand

Located in Paris, FR

Empire inkstand crafted of ebony, gilt bronze and crystal. Exhibiting an exquisite design of Mercury heads and palmette, this set is comprised of two cut-crystal jars, serving as an ...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Inkwells

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Crystal, Bronze

Antique French Gold Bronze and Marble Eagle Inkstand, Circa 1880-1890
Antique French Gold Bronze and Marble Eagle Inkstand, Circa 1880-1890

Antique French Gold Bronze and Marble Eagle Inkstand, Circa 1880-1890

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H 11.25 in W 17.25 in D 9.25 in

Antique French Gold Bronze and Marble Eagle Inkstand, Circa 1880-1890

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French gold bronze and marble eagle inkstand, Circa 1880-1890.

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Antique 1880s French Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Gold, Bronze

Large French Porcelain King Charles Inkstand, Jacob Petit, circa 1850
Large French Porcelain King Charles Inkstand, Jacob Petit, circa 1850

Large French Porcelain King Charles Inkstand, Jacob Petit, circa 1850

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H 11 in W 10.25 in L 11 in

Large French Porcelain King Charles Inkstand, Jacob Petit, circa 1850

Located in New York, NY

The dog seated on a gilt-tasseled pillow, painted with flowers, with removable inkwell and pounce pot sander and two pen holders. Marked JP on base.

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Antique 1850s French Inkwells

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Porcelain

Fabulous Antique French Hand Engraved and Enameled Cast Brass Circular Inkstand
Fabulous Antique French Hand Engraved and Enameled Cast Brass Circular Inkstand

Fabulous Antique French Hand Engraved and Enameled Cast Brass Circular Inkstand

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H 6.5 in Dm 7.88 in

Fabulous Antique French Hand Engraved and Enameled Cast Brass Circular Inkstand

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Antique French engraved and enameled ormolu cast brass circular inkstand with original brass trimmed glass ink cup.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Inkwells

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Ormolu, Brass

French 19th Century Empire Gilt Bronze Crystal Marble Inkstand Attr. Baccarat
French 19th Century Empire Gilt Bronze Crystal Marble Inkstand Attr. Baccarat

French 19th Century Empire Gilt Bronze Crystal Marble Inkstand Attr. Baccarat

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H 5.71 in W 11.03 in D 4.73 in

French 19th Century Empire Gilt Bronze Crystal Marble Inkstand Attr. Baccarat

By Baccarat

Located in Berlin, DE

French 19th century Empire gilt bronze crystal marble inkstand attr.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Marble, Bronze

French Gilt Bronze Ormolu Large Double Inkstand Desk Set Lions, 19th Century
French Gilt Bronze Ormolu Large Double Inkstand Desk Set Lions, 19th Century

French Gilt Bronze Ormolu Large Double Inkstand Desk Set Lions, 19th Century

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H 7 in W 12 in D 7.75 in

French Gilt Bronze Ormolu Large Double Inkstand Desk Set Lions, 19th Century

Located in Dublin, Ireland

An exceptionally fine quality stylish heavy gauge gilt bronze inkstand desk set of generous proportions and of french origin.

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Antique 19th Century French Early Victorian Desk Sets

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Bronze, Ormolu

Early 19th Century Brass Inlaid Desk Inkstand
Early 19th Century Brass Inlaid Desk Inkstand

Early 19th Century Brass Inlaid Desk Inkstand

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H 4.38 in W 14.25 in D 8.63 in

Early 19th Century Brass Inlaid Desk Inkstand

Located in London, GB

This superb and beautifully designed early 19th century inkstand is made of rosewood with an intricate brass inlay design. The stand is in excellent original condition taking into ac...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Inkwells

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Brass

Bronze Inkstand modeled as a stalking cat
Bronze Inkstand modeled as a stalking cat

Bronze Inkstand modeled as a stalking cat

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H 8 in W 14.5 in D 7.5 in

Bronze Inkstand modeled as a stalking cat

Located in Montreal, QC

An amusing large bronze inkstand by Dominic Alonzo, modeled as a cat stalking lovebirds, ready to pounce from a rocky outcrop on a floral bank., On a verde antico marble base raised ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells

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Marble, Bronze

Rare Empire Ormolu Inkstand Clock Candlestick
Rare Empire Ormolu Inkstand Clock Candlestick

Rare Empire Ormolu Inkstand Clock Candlestick

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H 20 in Dm 5 in

Rare Empire Ormolu Inkstand Clock Candlestick

Located in Kittery Point, ME

The circular base fitted with three inkwell compartments, the finely chased stem with an unmarked round clock and ending in a nozzle, mounted as a lamp.

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Table Lamps

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Bronze

Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze and Lacquer Inkstand
Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze and Lacquer Inkstand

Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze and Lacquer Inkstand

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H 4 in W 13.13 in D 9.13 in

Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze and Lacquer Inkstand

Located in Kittery Point, ME

Of cartouche form, fitted with three vessels raised on a scrolling foliate bronze base. This charming inkstand is very much in keeping with period pieces from the mid-18th century...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Inkwells

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Bronze

Napoleon 111 Boulle Cut Brass and Scarlet Inkstand
Napoleon 111 Boulle Cut Brass and Scarlet Inkstand

Napoleon 111 Boulle Cut Brass and Scarlet Inkstand

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H 5.25 in W 13.75 in D 8.25 in

Napoleon 111 Boulle Cut Brass and Scarlet Inkstand

Located in Montreal, QC

This inkstand exemplifies the excellence of French decorative accessories of the period.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Charles X Gilt Bronze Mounted Ebonized Walnut Inkstand
Charles X Gilt Bronze Mounted Ebonized Walnut Inkstand

Charles X Gilt Bronze Mounted Ebonized Walnut Inkstand

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H 8 in Dm 6 in

Charles X Gilt Bronze Mounted Ebonized Walnut Inkstand

Located in Kittery Point, ME

Of circular form with round cast and chased serpent handle on a baluster stem and circular base mounted with paired turned rings enclosing three cylindrical cut glass containers alte...

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Antique 19th Century French Inkwells

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Ormolu

Rare 18th Century Gilt Bronze-Mounted Sèvres Porcelain Inkstand
Rare 18th Century Gilt Bronze-Mounted Sèvres Porcelain Inkstand

Rare 18th Century Gilt Bronze-Mounted Sèvres Porcelain Inkstand

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H 6.7 in W 12.6 in D 10.44 in

Rare 18th Century Gilt Bronze-Mounted Sèvres Porcelain Inkstand

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Paris, FR

French Napoleon III oval-shaped inkwell. The inkstand is crafted in 18th century Sevres soft-paste porcelain, decorated with multicolored flowers in a white medallion ornate with gol...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Porcelain

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Bronze

Louis XVI Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze Inkstand

Louis XVI Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze Inkstand

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H 6.3 in W 8.27 in D 3.75 in

Louis XVI Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze Inkstand

Located in London, GB

Depicting a winged putto as a drummer

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century Gilt Bronze and Walnut-Burr Veneer Inkstand, Empire Period
19th Century Gilt Bronze and Walnut-Burr Veneer Inkstand, Empire Period

19th Century Gilt Bronze and Walnut-Burr Veneer Inkstand, Empire Period

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H 6.7 in W 9.06 in D 5.12 in

19th Century Gilt Bronze and Walnut-Burr Veneer Inkstand, Empire Period

Located in Paris, FR

An oval inkstand in walnut-burr veneer with gilt bronze mounting resting on four clawed feet, The top of the inkstand holds two bleu crystal pots, one central candlestick and four pe...

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Antique 1810s French Empire Inkwells

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Bronze

Rococo Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Inkstand and Candlestick, 19th Century
Rococo Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Inkstand and Candlestick, 19th Century

Rococo Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Inkstand and Candlestick, 19th Century

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H 11.82 in W 11.03 in D 6.3 in

Rococo Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Inkstand and Candlestick, 19th Century

Located in Paris, FR

Late 19th century multicolored porcelain and ormolu inkwell in Meissen taste. This piece is very representative of Louis XV style, with its rich decoration of multicolored flowers, ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Inkwells

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Bronze

Red and White Veined Marble Mounted Ormolu Inkstand by Barbedienne

Red and White Veined Marble Mounted Ormolu Inkstand by Barbedienne

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H 14.18 in W 13.78 in D 8.08 in

Red and White Veined Marble Mounted Ormolu Inkstand by Barbedienne

By F. Barbedienne Foundry

Located in London, GB

Centered by an ormolu model of a nude bearded male between two ink holders with blue glass inserts, inscribed on verso 'F. BARBEDIENNE. FOUNDER. PARIS,' on toupie feet.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

c.1900 French Bronze & Glass Double Inkwell
c.1900 French Bronze & Glass Double Inkwell

c.1900 French Bronze & Glass Double Inkwell

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H 5 in W 12.5 in D 6 in

c.1900 French Bronze & Glass Double Inkwell

Located in Highwood, IL

Phenomenal French bronze and glass double inkstand with clock, day, date and gallery.

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Early 20th Century French Inkwells

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Bronze

Antique French Solid Silver Gilt Rococo Style Inkwell / Stand, Emile Puiforcat
Antique French Solid Silver Gilt Rococo Style Inkwell / Stand, Emile Puiforcat

Antique French Solid Silver Gilt Rococo Style Inkwell / Stand, Emile Puiforcat

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H 2.56 in W 5.12 in D 4.14 in

Antique French Solid Silver Gilt Rococo Style Inkwell / Stand, Emile Puiforcat

By Emile Puiforcat

Located in London, GB

We are delighted to offer this magnificent French silver gilt inkstand made circa late 19th/early 20th century by one of the most important Parisian silversmiths: Puiforcat.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Sterling Silver

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

French Empire Blue and Gilt Porcelain Inkstand
French Empire Blue and Gilt Porcelain Inkstand

French Empire Blue and Gilt Porcelain Inkstand

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H 3 in Dm 3.25 in

French Empire Blue and Gilt Porcelain Inkstand

Located in New York, NY

French Empire blue and gilt porcelain inkstand. Circular inkstand with glass inkwell insert, holes for two pens and rich blue body with gilt painted bands on three paw feet.

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Inkwells

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Porcelain, Cut Glass

White Pate-sur-Pate Enameled French Porcelain Inkstand
White Pate-sur-Pate Enameled French Porcelain Inkstand

White Pate-sur-Pate Enameled French Porcelain Inkstand

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H 3 in W 8.25 in D 6.13 in

White Pate-sur-Pate Enameled French Porcelain Inkstand

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

French porcelain inkstand with double inkpots in a soft sea foam color.

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Inkwells

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Porcelain

Antique French Ormolu and Sèvres Porcelain Standish Inkstand
Antique French Ormolu and Sèvres Porcelain Standish Inkstand

Antique French Ormolu and Sèvres Porcelain Standish Inkstand

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H 3.55 in W 12.6 in D 8.67 in

Antique French Ormolu and Sèvres Porcelain Standish Inkstand

Located in London, GB

This is a wonderful antique French ormolu inkstand, mounted with Bleu Celeste Sèvres Porcelain panels that have been beautifully gilded and painted with floral bouquets, circa 1870 i...

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Antique 1870s French Inkwells

Materials

Ormolu

Napoleon III Boulle Inkstand
Napoleon III Boulle Inkstand

Napoleon III Boulle Inkstand

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H 8.75 in W 16.5 in D 10 in

Napoleon III Boulle Inkstand

Located in Essex, MA

Rectangular with two cut glass inkwells and pen tray over a drawer. The sides rounded. The inspiration for the decoration from designs by the master cabinet maker Andre Charles Boull...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Inkwells

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Brass

Antique French Ormolu and Sèvres Porcelain Standish Inkstand, 19th Century
Antique French Ormolu and Sèvres Porcelain Standish Inkstand, 19th Century

Antique French Ormolu and Sèvres Porcelain Standish Inkstand, 19th Century

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H 7.09 in W 10.63 in D 6.7 in

Antique French Ormolu and Sèvres Porcelain Standish Inkstand, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a wonderful antique French ormolu inkstand, mounted with Bleu Celeste Sèvres porcelain panels that have been beautifully gilded and painted with floral garlands, circa 1870 i...

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Antique 1870s French Porcelain

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Ormolu

French Louis Revival Ormolu & Sevres Porcelain Inkstand, 1870, 19th Century
French Louis Revival Ormolu & Sevres Porcelain Inkstand, 1870, 19th Century

French Louis Revival Ormolu & Sevres Porcelain Inkstand, 1870, 19th Century

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H 1.58 in W 5.91 in D 6.3 in

French Louis Revival Ormolu & Sevres Porcelain Inkstand, 1870, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a wonderful antique French Louis Revival ormolu and Sevres porcelain inkstand, circa 1870 in date.

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Antique 1870s French Porcelain

Materials

Ormolu

Antique French Ormolu and Sèvres Porcelain Standish Inkstand, 19th Century
Antique French Ormolu and Sèvres Porcelain Standish Inkstand, 19th Century

Antique French Ormolu and Sèvres Porcelain Standish Inkstand, 19th Century

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H 3.55 in W 12.21 in D 7.49 in

Antique French Ormolu and Sèvres Porcelain Standish Inkstand, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a wonderful antique French ormolu inkstand, mounted with Bleu Celeste Sèvres porcelain circa 1870 in date.

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Antique 1870s French Porcelain

Materials

Ormolu

Baccarat Louis XVI Style Inkstand
Baccarat Louis XVI Style Inkstand

Baccarat Louis XVI Style Inkstand

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H 6 in W 10 in D 6 in

Baccarat Louis XVI Style Inkstand

By Baccarat

Located in Dallas, TX

Presenting a glorious Baccarat Louis XVI style inkstand. This is a gorgeous item ! High quality ! It consists of 2 beautiful Baccarat swirl pattern crystal inkwells with gold plate...

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20th Century French Louis XVI Inkwells

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Crystal, Ormolu

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Located in New Orleans, LA

Crafted of brilliant doré bronze and fine brocatelle marble, this wonderful Napoleon III-period inkwell is as functional as it is beautiful. In a style reminiscent of Louis XV Rococo...

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French Inkstand For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal French inkstand for your home. Each French inkstand for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and ceramic. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect French inkstand — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A French inkstand, designed in the Empire, Louis XV or Louis XVI style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made French inkstand over the years, but those crafted by Baccarat, Ferdinand Barbedienne and Boin-Taburet are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a French Inkstand?

Prices for a French inkstand can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $140 and can go as high as $17,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,000.

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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