$1,200 / set
H 4 in W 18 in D 12.5 in
Vintage Chinese Qing Dynasty Desk or Calligraphy Set Cloisonne Asian Scholar
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage Chinese Qing Dynasty desk or calligraphy set . Made of cloisonne. A scholarly and unique
Metal
$4,800 / set
H 5 in W 8 in D 2 in
Chinese Gilt Brass Cloisonné “Scroll and Floral” Nine‑Piece Desk Set, 20th C
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese Gilt Brass Cloisonné “Scroll and Floral” Nine‑Piece Desk Set, 20th Century, Unmarked A
Brass
$438 / set
H 3.75 in W 4.5 in D 5 in
Antique Chinese Japanese Bronze Inkwell Male Bust Pair French Ormolu Desk Set
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Very stylish patinated bronze desk inkwell modelled as a bust of a Chinese or Japanese figure
Ormolu, Bronze
$438 / set
H 3.75 in W 4.5 in D 5 in
Antique Chinese Japanese Bronze Inkwell Male Bust Pair French Ormolu Desk Set
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Very stylish patinated bronze desk inkwell modelled as a bust of a Chinese or Japanese figure
Ormolu, Bronze
Vintage Asian Cloisonné Desk Set
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. Presented in great antique condition, this desk set possesses a rich, authentic patina and minor scuffs that
Bronze, Enamel
$295
H 1.25 in W 7.25 in D 5.5 in
Cartier Red Chinese Dragons Card and Envelope Set in Luxury Box Desk Stationery
By Cartier
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Cartier Card and Envelope Set with the Iconic Red Chinese Dragons Jewelry Design. Authentic Luxury
Paper
Vintage Chinese Calligraphy Set, Hand-Carved Marble, 1950s Chinoiserie
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Chinese Calligraphy Set 7 Piece Set. Vintage Chinese calligraphy set: Includes marble seal
Marble
$30 / item
H 0.25 in W 5.75 in D 4.75 in
Cartier Luxury Red Chinese Dragons Design Card and Envelope Desk Stationery
By Cartier
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Cartier Card and Envelope Set with the Iconic Red Chinese Dragons Jewelry Design. Authentic Luxury
Paper
$950 / set
H 3 in W 2.38 in D 0.25 in
Pair Dore Bronze Chinese Pattern 1751 Tiffany New York Desk Blotters
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1751 and are a beautiful and rare Chinese pattern. Ready for any desk slits on the sides allow for
Gold, Bronze
Chinese Abacus by Lotus Flower
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Chinese abacus dating from 1912 to 1949 with The Abacus book by Jesse Dilson. A black lacquered
Wood
Chinese Bookends Hand Carved Figural
Located in Fulton, CA
Hand carved bookends with a marketplace and figures motif. Early 20th Century. Original painted finish.
Metal
Pair of Chinese Abacuses by Lotus Flower
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of Chinese abacuses dating from 1912 to 1949. A black lacquered frame secured with brass
Wood
Mid 19th Century campaign camphor metamorphic lap desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rare and good quality Chinese export camphor wood writing desk, circa 1860. Brass bound around the
Brass
$1,350 / set
H 2.48 in W 4.46 in D 1.32 in
Pair of Sing Fat Chinese Export Silver Dragon Placecard or Business Card Holders
By Sing Fat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of antique silver figural card holders. By Sing Fat, a highly regarded Chinese
Silver
Guan Ware Style Brush Washer, Porcelain with Lobed Rim, Chinese Glaze
Located in San Francisco, CA
Guan Ware Style Brush Washer Porcelain brush washer with a lobed rim and milky green crackled glaze. The glaze thins at the rim, revealing the dark body beneath. Made in the style o...
Porcelain
$2,689
H 3.55 in W 13.39 in D 7.49 in
Rare Chinese opium smoking tray in Cloisonné Bronze with Black Enamel
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Rare Chinese opium smoking tray in cloisonné bronze with black enamel. Divided into three
Bronze, Enamel
$7,475 / set
H 39 in W 49 in D 28 in
Late 19th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Scholar's Writing Desk and Chair Set
Located in Dekalb, IL
Hand-carved hardwood desk and matching chair set featuring intricate bas-relief carvings throughout
Glass, Wood
Tiffany Studios Chinese Pattern Bronze Inkwell
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period "Chinese" pattern bronze inkwell By Tiffany Studios (signed to the
Bronze
Tiffany Studios Chinese Pattern Bronze Pen Tray
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts period "Chinese" pattern bronze pen tray By Tiffany Studios
Bronze
Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Bronze Notepad Holder
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period "Chinese" pattern bronze notepad holder By Tiffany Studios New
Bronze
Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Bronze Pen Tray
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Deco or Arts & Crafts period gilt bronze pen tray in the "Chinese" pattern By
Bronze
Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Bronze Rocker Blotter
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period "Chinese" pattern bronze rocker blotter By Tiffany Studios (signed
Bronze
Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Bronze Stamp Box
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period bronze "Chinese" pattern desk box, jewelry box
Bronze
$1,295 / set
H 0.38 in W 2.5 in D 19.38 in
Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Bronze Blotter Ends With Leather Pad
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Art Deco or Arts & Crafts period patinated bronze "Chinese" pattern blotter ends
Bronze
$320
H 1.75 in W 7.25 in D 5.5 in
Cartier Red Chinese Dragons Luxury Desk Stationery Card and Envelope Set in Box
By Cartier
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Cartier Card and Envelope Set with the Iconic Red Chinese Dragons Jewelry Design. Authentic Luxury
Ink Stone With Wooden Base
Located in San Francisco, CA
Ink Stone With Wooden Base A rectangular Chinese ink stone resting in a fitted wooden base
Stone
Round Ink Stone with Qianlong Mark
Located in San Francisco, CA
Round Ink Stone with Qianlong Mark A round Chinese ink stone with a dark, textured exterior and
Stone
Carved Jade Ornament with Interlocking Diamond Forms
Located in San Francisco, CA
details and pierced rings. Additional information: Country: China Dimensions: Height: 1.5″, Width: 2.5
Jade
Massive Cloissone Vase of Pastel Crysanthemums
Located in Riverdale, NY
Massive Cloissone Vase of Crysanthemums from the 1950's China. Large in scale with finely hand
Copper, Enamel
Large Jade Calligraphy Brush 21" Long
Located in Somis, CA
This is a very large, substantial brush with 12 jade gemstone beads. Beads in barrel shape, hand made with polished celadon jade gemstones. Bone ferrule and horse hair. This exceptio...
Jade
Very Nice Late 19th Century Bronze and Marble 3 Piece Desk Set
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Very Nice Late 19th Century Bronze and Marble 3 Piece Desk Set The large Chinese designed
Marble, Bronze
$750 / set
H 6.5 in W 5.13 in D 3.5 in
Set of Four Chinese Burl Root Wood Brush Pot Vessels, Scholar’s Desk Accessories
Located in Darien, CT
A striking set of four Chinese brush pots carved from natural burl root wood, each vessel
Burl
Brass Desk Accessories with Chinese Symbol
Located in Cookeville, TN
Offering this beautiful and simple brass desk set with Chinese symbol. There are four pieces that
Brass
Rosy Time H002
By Desz Gallery
Located in Beijing, CN
This set of vases and trays is the pink rose series, in addition to the dark blue ocean series and
Ceramic
Chinoiserie Desk Set, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Chinese style metal desk set with side handles and two hinged chests with porcelain inserts. These
Metal
Turquoise Writing Set with Bronze Mountings, China, 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Hexagonal porcelain desk set with turquoise blue glaze with fine craquelure. The tray stands on
Bronze
c. 1860 Chinese Lacquer on Wood Writing Slope
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1860 Chinese lacquer on wood writing slope. Made for the English market. Fold over writing
Lacquer
Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, Brown Glazed Ceramic, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of small Chinese guardian lions or Foo Dogs made of dark brown glazed ceramic. The lions have
Ceramic
Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Bronze Letter Rack
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts period bronze "Chinese" pattern desk letter rack By Tiffany
Bronze
19th Century Chinese Camphor Wood and Ebonised Writing Slope
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th century Chinese camphor wood and ebonised writing slope of exceptional quality, having a
Hardwood
Sold
H 5.91 in W 7.49 in L 5.91 in
Original, Rare GPO Model 232 Chinese Red Bakelite Telephone, circa 1956
By GPO ( General Post Office )
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An original GPO 200 series telephone. Red Bakelite with braided handset cord. Integral drawer and registered number to face. 1/232. Manufactured by Siemens. Replacement modern bell. ...
Bakelite
Sold
H 25.79 in W 30.91 in D 21.86 in
Rare Chinese Export Dragon Carved Small Folding Campaign Desk & Chair Set Childs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare small circa 1900 Chinese Export folding campaign
Wood
Late 19th Century Oriental Style Paper Tray with Lid
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Late 19th century paper tray with lid in the oriental style. The box is made from a light wood which has been hand-painted. It has a bright green background with gold highlights and ...
Softwood
Antique Bamboo Chinoiserie Writing Desk and Matching Chair Set
Located in West Hartford, CT
Coveted antique bamboo chinoiserie writing desk set with table and chair. The desk top is hand
Bamboo
Sold
H 39.5 in W 21.5 in D 24.25 in
Maitland Smith Carved Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Style Carlton Desk Set c1940
Located in Big Flats, NY
Chinese Chippendale style desk set by Maitland Smith offers mahogany desk with shaped rail over pigeon
Mahogany
Shallow Brush Washer with Ru Blue Glaze, 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
: Country: China Period: 20th Century Dimensions: Height: 3.75″, Diameter: 6.5″
Ceramic
Sold
H 44 in W 40 in D 15.25 in
Antique Chinese Figural Carved Hardwood Drop Front Desk & Chair Circa 1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Chinese figural desk set offers carved hardwood construction with drop front desk having
Hardwood
Sold
H 29.5 in W 41.5 in D 11 in
Mid Century Modern Display China Set of 3 by Greaves and Thomas Danish Style
By Greaves and Thomas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home decor with these Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Danish Style Cabinets by Greaves and Thomas. Crafted in the 1960s, these beautiful piec...
Teak
Set of Four Bronze Puppy Dog Paperweights
Located in Somis, CA
These little guys are such delights. Their adorable, sweet presence melt hearts. Wonderful details, vivid expression, fine craftsmanship. They are heavy and sturdy, ideal as paperwei...
Bronze
Hardwood and Marble Tray
Located in Chicago, IL
, desk accessory, desk set, Chinese, scholars
Marble
Chinese Cloisonné Ten-Piece Desk Set, circa 1900
Located in Dallas, TX
Ten-piece Chinese cloisonné desk set with Art Nouveau design. Beautiful and intricate craftsmanship
Enamel
Sold
H 3.5 in W 4 in D 2.75 in
Antique Chinese Qing Enamel Mille Fleur Cloisonné Desk Writing Set Inkwell, 1900
Located in Portland, OR
A good quality antique six piece Chinese cloisonne desk set, circa 1900. The desk set made of
Copper, Enamel
Vintage Solid Brass Dragon Form Chinese Trinket Dish Desk Accessory
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage solid brass dragon form Chinese trinket dish desk accessory. Item featured is raised on
Brass
Chinese Tabletop Apothecary Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite box features a stepped display raised above six smaller drawers, which would have held writing implements such as pens, brushes, inks, wax and seal presses, while the lar...
Elm
Chinese Abacus by Lotus Flower
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Chinese abacus dating from 1912 to 1949. A black lacquered frame secured with brass corners
Wood
Napoleon III Chinese Lacquer Box and Tray Writing Kit, Circa 1870
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Nice Napoleon III period desk set, consisting of a mailbox, a box for pens and pencils and a
Lacquer
Early 20th Century Chinese Solid Hongmu Hand Carved Desk Set
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful desk set, made of the Chinese hardwood type Hongmu. The set comes from Hong Kong and is
Hardwood
Mid-Century Carved Amethyst Grape Cluster
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a charming example of a mid-century carved semi-precious grape cluster. The cluster is in overall very good condition. The cluster would make an outstanding paperweight or ce...
Amethyst
Sold
H 0.75 in W 4 in D 2.75 in
Mini Briefcase Business Card Holder Burgundy Faux-Croc — NOS with Mirror 1990s
Located in Toronto, CA
cigarette holder, or simply a quirky conversation starter for your desk or bag. I even kept one for myself
Faux Leather, Mirror
Calligraphy Brush Filigree Red Coral Faux
Located in Somis, CA
captivating display of vibrant red faux coral beads, meticulously set within fine, silvered filigree work. The
Bone
Calligraphy Brush Red Coral Faux
Located in Somis, CA
This beautiful, handcrafted brush presents a striking contrast of natural and artistic elements. The handle is adorned with vibrant red faux coral pieces, each meticulously shaped an...
Bone
Large Basketweave Jade Calligraphy Brush 14"
Located in Somis, CA
A large 14" brush with hand crafted jade barrel beads carved in basketweave pattern. Natural Jade in various shades of green varying from light to dark. Bone ferrule and horse hair. ...
Jade
Sold
H 29 in W 46 in D 23 in
Early Chinoiserie Japanned Leather Top Desk and Chair Set - Nichols and Stone
By Nichols & Stone
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful japanned Nichols & Stone chinoiserie desk and matching chair set. The desk itself is
Metal
Set of Four Bronze Puppy Dog Paperweights
Located in Somis, CA
These little guys have such adorable, sweet presence. Great depiction of details and lively expression. Heavy and sturdy, they make wonderful paperweights.
Bronze
Sold
H 11 in W 7.75 in D 9.75 in
Set 2 Brass Sphere Frosted Globe Glass Table Lamps or Desk Lamps Stilnovo Style
By Stilnovo
Located in Miami, FL
frosted Glass Globes in the Style of Stilnovo. Space Age attributed Pair of desk lamps in unique and
Brass, Steel
Chinese Desk & Chair Set
Located in Roswell, GA
FANTASTIC Chinese Lignum Vitae (hardest wood)matching desk and chair set. Exceptional Chinese
Contemporary Desk Set
Located in Westport, CT
Desk set consists of one table, pair of stools and one bench. Heavy Elm wood construction.
Sold
H 5 in W 3 in D 0.5 in
Set of Four Asian Dragon Design Brass Desk Top Plates, Desk Writing Tables
Located in Westport, CT
Set of four Asian Dragon design brass desk top plates, desk writing tables cool design for leather
Brass
Set of Antique Cast Iron Chinese Weight Measures
Located in New York, NY
pieces from Shanxi Province are great for shelf or desk display and use. Sold as a set. Dimensions
Iron
Set of 5-Piece Chinese Dragon Desk Accessories
Located in Pasadena, CA
, and more. These vintage Chinese matching brass desk accessories set are designed with a dragon motif
Brass
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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