Inkwell In Marble
Antique 19th Century French Other Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century Italian International Style Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique 1880s English Victorian Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Inkwells
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Italian Other Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Inkwells
Siena Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Empire Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique 1890s French Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century European Empire Inkwells
Onyx, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Marble, Metal
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Marble
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells
Griotte Marble, Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Napoleon III Inkwells
Marble, Crystal, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Inkwells
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique 1870s French Gothic Revival Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells
Bronze
Antique 1890s French Louis XV Inkwells
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Marble, Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique 1820s French Gothic Revival Inkwells
Siena Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Inkwells
Chrome
Antique 19th Century European Louis Philippe Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells
Marble
Vintage 1920s Italian Gothic Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells
Marble
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells
Marble
Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Inkwells
Marble, Spelter
Vintage 1920s French Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique 1810s British Egyptian Revival Inkwells
Porcelain
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Inkwells
Serpentine
Antique 1860s French Empire Inkwells
Marble
Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Inkwells
Marble, Metal
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Inkwells
Marble, Bronze, Enamel
Early 20th Century Austrian Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Empire Inkwells
Marble
Antique Mid-19th Century French Charles X Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Inkwells
Siena Marble
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells
Marble
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Pottery
Siena Marble
Antique 19th Century French Desk Accessories
Bronze
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
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Finding the Right desk-accessories for You
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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- What was an inkwell used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An inkwell is a small jar or container made to conveniently hold ink for a writer. Inkwells were often made of glass, pewter, brass or porcelain. You’ll find a variety of inkells from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Marble Fruit?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Marble fruit is fruit that’s sculpted from marble to create a very realistic looking piece of fruit. Italian marble fruit is quite desirable and at times, it’s hard to tell if it's real or not. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- Which marbles are most valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Handmade antique marbles are the most valuable. To be able to distinguish them, look for the pontil mark, or scar, which reveals where they were cut from the glass rod during production.
- What is the most popular marble?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Carrara is one of the most commonly used types of marble in residences.
- What marble is used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Marble can be used for a handful of different projects. For example, marble is used to create buildings, sculptures, countertops, and can also be found in soil, supplements, and can even be used as a neutralizing acid.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A marble mortar, with the aid of a pestle, is used for grinding spices, nuts and herbs. The smooth non-porous surface of the mortar means less of your ingredients are lost to cracks and crevices. You’ll find a variety of marble mortar and pestles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Yes, Victorians had marble fireplaces. During the era, people also had fireplaces made of wood and other types of stone. The fireplace provided a source of heat and light on chilly nights. On 1stDibs, shop a range of fireplaces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Is marble cheaper than granite?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Granite is slightly cheaper than marble.
- How much is a marble sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The cost of a marble sculpture will vary depending on the size, artistic time, warehouse space, engineering and administration. Since marble is rarer it is more expensive than other types of rocks used for sculpture. On 1stDibs you will find figurative, abstract, still-life and nude marble sculptures starting from a range of $200 and upward.
- Where is black marble found?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Black marble is found in various locations. Some of the most well-known quarries are in Agadir-Biougra and Erfoud, Morocco; Markina, Spain; Laurens, France; Zaghouan, Tunisia; La Spezia, Italy; and Balochistan, Pakistan. Shop a variety of black marble furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- Do marble tables break easily?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Whether marble tables break easily is a subjective question. Dropping something heavy or placing something extremely hot on marble tabletops could result in damage, but many marble tables have lasted for decades and longer. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of marble tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The weight of a marble vanity top is highly dependent on its size, thickness and the grade of marble. Average grade marble weighs 13.34 pounds for a square foot that is one inch thick. Browse a collection of marble vanities on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best adhesive for a marble fireplace is a matter of preference. But for marble clear regular silicon adhesive is used, particularly the joints of the marble sections. As silicon is a very flexible adhesive, it is ideal to use it for various sections of the fire surround. The main advantage of using silicon over more permanent options is that it can be removed if not needed. Visit 1stDibs for marble fireplaces, mantels and fireplace tools.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique marbles are generally not worth much, though they're more valuable than the ones that were mass-produced in 1884 and 1950.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, you can paint a marble fireplace mantel. As marble is a heavy natural stone that is expensive to replace, painting it with latex-based or chalk paint will help restore its luster. Find a variety of marble fireplace mantels on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Before attaching a marble top to a table, make sure the table can handle the weight. Then, clean the surface and apply a silicone adhesive and attach the marble. Save the hassle and shop a selection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Whether marble is a good choice for a fireplace is largely a matter of personal preference. Many people appreciate the beauty of marble and value the material because it is resistant to the effects of fire and heat. On 1stDibs, find a selection of marble fireplaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The number of solutions to the game Marble Solitaire depends on the number of marbles played with. For the classic 32-marble version of the game, there are over 40 quadrillion potential solutions. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Marble Solitaire games.
- How much is a marble egg worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A marble egg is considered to be a symbol of life and rebirth and is given as a gift to wish for prosperity. Prices for a marble egg can differ depending upon size, period, and other attributes. You can find a large collection of antique and vintage marble eggs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, marble can crack around a fireplace. However, proper installation, including being ‘slabbed,’ helps prevent cracks from happening. Consult an expert for more specific information. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique marble fireplace surrounds from some of the world’s top sellers.
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