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Set of Desk and Writing Instruments in Fitted Leather Box, 19th Century
Set of Desk and Writing Instruments in Fitted Leather Box, 19th Century

Set of Desk and Writing Instruments in Fitted Leather Box, 19th Century

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This lovely three-piece 19th century writing set consists of a pen with silver tip, letter opener

Category

19th Century French Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Agate, Silver

Early 20th Century Metamorphic Writing Desk by J.C Vickery of London
Early 20th Century Metamorphic Writing Desk by J.C Vickery of London

Early 20th Century Metamorphic Writing Desk by J.C Vickery of London

Located in Martlesham, GB

of various writing instruments including ink wells, various compartments and a time piece, the

Category

1910s European Edwardian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Mahogany

Antique C1870s French Louis XVI Style Inlaid King Wood Ladies Writing Desk
Antique C1870s French Louis XVI Style Inlaid King Wood Ladies Writing Desk

Antique C1870s French Louis XVI Style Inlaid King Wood Ladies Writing Desk

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

finely detailed cabinet with two doors and lower drawers, ideal for storing writing instruments and

Category

19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Single Plank Top Side Table Desk
19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Single Plank Top Side Table Desk

19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Single Plank Top Side Table Desk

Located in Dallas, TX

a turned wooden knob and offering practical storage for writing instruments or small essentials. In

Category

Early 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Walnut

Early 19th Century French Empire Period Bureau a Cylindre Gentleman's Desk
Early 19th Century French Empire Period Bureau a Cylindre Gentleman's Desk

Early 19th Century French Empire Period Bureau a Cylindre Gentleman's Desk

Located in Forney, TX

and open shelf pigeonhole cubbies for writing instruments and documents. Having an extended writing

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Bronze

Fine Antique Walnut & Marquetry Inlaid Davenport Desk
Fine Antique Walnut & Marquetry Inlaid Davenport Desk

Fine Antique Walnut & Marquetry Inlaid Davenport Desk

Located in Stahnsdorf, DE

writing instruments. Beneath it, the slant-fronted writing surface lifts to expose a tooled and gilded

Category

1860s English Victorian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Walnut

Early 19th Century American Sheraton Mahogany Campaign Officers Desk
Early 19th Century American Sheraton Mahogany Campaign Officers Desk

Early 19th Century American Sheraton Mahogany Campaign Officers Desk

Located in Forney, TX

open niche cubby fitted with two short drawers, ideal for writing instruments, documents, mail, and

Category

Early 19th Century American Federal Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Cherry, Mahogany, Poplar

Gilded Age Silver Plated and Crystal Writing Desk Set
Gilded Age Silver Plated and Crystal Writing Desk Set

Gilded Age Silver Plated and Crystal Writing Desk Set

Located in Sheffield, MA

indentations for feathered pens or writing instruments, two lidded ink bottles with brass hinges attached to

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique Rock Crystal Silver Mounted Pig Seal
Antique Rock Crystal Silver Mounted Pig Seal

Antique Rock Crystal Silver Mounted Pig Seal

Located in Long Island City, NY

. Unmarked. Collectible Desk Accessories, Writing Instruments, Jewelry. Dimensions: 3 x 1 in. All

Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Rock Crystal, Silver

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Four Piece Writing Desk Set With Butterflies
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Four Piece Writing Desk Set With Butterflies

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Four Piece Writing Desk Set With Butterflies

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Long Island City, NY

. Collectible Oriental Asian Decor, Desk Accessories And Writing Instruments. Dimensions: Largest item 9 x 3 x 1

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Enamel

Antique Silver Turquoise And Garnet Mounted Black Agate Seal
Antique Silver Turquoise And Garnet Mounted Black Agate Seal

Antique Silver Turquoise And Garnet Mounted Black Agate Seal

Located in Long Island City, NY

. Collectible Desk Accessories, Writing Instruments, Jewelry. Dimensions: 5 x 1 in. All measurements are

Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Silver

19th Century Napoleon III Marble and Bronze Inkwell
19th Century Napoleon III Marble and Bronze Inkwell

19th Century Napoleon III Marble and Bronze Inkwell

Located in Dallas, TX

craftsmanship and unique style make it a standout piece for collectors of antique writing instruments. Circa

Category

19th Century French Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Marble, Bronze

20th Century Indonesian Carved Coffret
20th Century Indonesian Carved Coffret

20th Century Indonesian Carved Coffret

Located in Opole, PL

store writing instruments. Inside, there is a removable insert with compartments, together with a paper

Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Wood

Turquoise and Gold Antique Mechanical Pencil
Turquoise and Gold Antique Mechanical Pencil

Turquoise and Gold Antique Mechanical Pencil

Located in Rotterdam, NL

hallmark of high-quality writing instruments and made the pencil both practical and durable. Measurements

Category

Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 10k Gold

Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Brush Pot in the Style of Namikawa
Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Brush Pot in the Style of Namikawa

Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Brush Pot in the Style of Namikawa

Located in Long Island City, NY

Decor For Interior Design, Desk Accessories And Writing Instruments. OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Enamel, Copper

19th c. Embossed and Gilded Lap Desk
19th c. Embossed and Gilded Lap Desk

19th c. Embossed and Gilded Lap Desk

Located in San Francisco, CA

. Top and bottom open to reveal storage areas along with an area for writing instruments and creates a

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Paper

19th Century Parakeet Perch Inkwell Candlesticks: Ink 'n' Perch Delight!
19th Century Parakeet Perch Inkwell Candlesticks: Ink 'n' Perch Delight!

19th Century Parakeet Perch Inkwell Candlesticks: Ink 'n' Perch Delight!

Located in New York, NY

birds, adds an artistic touch to these functional objects. These inkwells are not only practical writing

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Bronze

Rare Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Water Dropper
Rare Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Water Dropper

Rare Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Water Dropper

Located in Long Island City, NY

Interior Design, Desk Accessories And Writing Instruments. OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION. SIGNS OF WEAR

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Russian 88 Silver And Jade Amethyst Letter Opener
Russian 88 Silver And Jade Amethyst Letter Opener

Russian 88 Silver And Jade Amethyst Letter Opener

Located in Long Island City, NY

Desk Accessories, Writing Instruments And Cabinet Decor. Dimensions: 9 x 1 x 1 in. All measurements

Category

19th Century Russian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Jade, Silver

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Wisteria Inaba 4 Piece Desk Set
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Wisteria Inaba 4 Piece Desk Set

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Wisteria Inaba 4 Piece Desk Set

Located in Long Island City, NY

turquoise blue background. Collectible Oriental Asian Decor, Desk Accessories And Writing Instruments

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Enamel

1930s Rosewood Campaign Desk Box with Brass Fittings
1930s Rosewood Campaign Desk Box with Brass Fittings

1930s Rosewood Campaign Desk Box with Brass Fittings

Located in Marbella, ES

compartments ideal for storing writing instruments, documents, or small personal items. Below, a sliding drawer

Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu Clock Signed Cheuret À Marseilles
French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu Clock Signed Cheuret À Marseilles

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu Clock Signed Cheuret À Marseilles

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

side of the clock is a winged putti seemingly teaching a cherub holding a tablet and a writing

Category

19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Ormolu

19th C. English Victorian Brass-Inlaid Burlwood Writing Desk with Inkwells
19th C. English Victorian Brass-Inlaid Burlwood Writing Desk with Inkwells

19th C. English Victorian Brass-Inlaid Burlwood Writing Desk with Inkwells

By James Allen

Located in Morristown, NJ

compartments for writing instruments, paper, and correspondence. The desk retains both original cut glass

Category

1860s English Victorian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Brass

Baroque Bureau-Desk, Northern Italy, Lombardy, circa 1720
Baroque Bureau-Desk, Northern Italy, Lombardy, circa 1720

Baroque Bureau-Desk, Northern Italy, Lombardy, circa 1720

Located in CH

compartment reveals six small drawers arranged in two rows for documents and writing instruments. A large

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Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Early 20th Century, Danish Modern Oak Bureau / Chest with Seashell Handles
Early 20th Century, Danish Modern Oak Bureau / Chest with Seashell Handles

Early 20th Century, Danish Modern Oak Bureau / Chest with Seashell Handles

By Rud Rasmussen

Located in Odense, DK

practical writing or organizing surface when opened. The drop-front compartment opens to reveal a

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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Oak

French Napoléon III Black Lacquer Box with Boulle-Style Cartouche
French Napoléon III Black Lacquer Box with Boulle-Style Cartouche

French Napoléon III Black Lacquer Box with Boulle-Style Cartouche

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

, writing instruments, or delicate keepsakes. Original brass hinges and fittings remain intact and

Category

19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Brass

Biedermeier Lyra Secretary Desk, circa 1830
Biedermeier Lyra Secretary Desk, circa 1830

Biedermeier Lyra Secretary Desk, circa 1830

Located in Greding, DE

writing instruments. Veneered in walnut and light maple, and inlaid with fine brass strips, this piece has

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1830s German Biedermeier Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Brass

French Secretaire Cartonnier, Transition , wood leather
French Secretaire Cartonnier, Transition , wood leather

French Secretaire Cartonnier, Transition , wood leather

Located in Valladolid, ES

with a folding lid to store documents or writing instruments inside. In the center are six striking

Category

Early 1800s French Regency Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Metal

Champlevé Enamel Inkwell on Tray, Napoleon III, 19th Century, France
Champlevé Enamel Inkwell on Tray, Napoleon III, 19th Century, France

Champlevé Enamel Inkwell on Tray, Napoleon III, 19th Century, France

Located in Lisbon, PT

of Napoleon III decorative arts, writing instruments, or fine French bronzes. Take into account that

Category

19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Bronze

Maritime Inkwell, Late 19th Century, France, circa 1880
Maritime Inkwell, Late 19th Century, France, circa 1880

Maritime Inkwell, Late 19th Century, France, circa 1880

Located in Greven, DE

on the front with two gilt hooks for holding writing instruments. For added weight and stability, the

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Metal

Victorian Nécessaire de Voyage
Victorian Nécessaire de Voyage

Victorian Nécessaire de Voyage

Located in New Orleans, LA

women. Containing everything from toiletries and jewelry to sewing and writing instruments, nécessaires

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Velvet, Glass, Wood

Unique Antique Cast Brass Double Inkwell from France, Early 1900s
Unique Antique Cast Brass Double Inkwell from France, Early 1900s

Unique Antique Cast Brass Double Inkwell from France, Early 1900s

Located in Bastogne, BE

ballpoint pens and even fountain pens, inkwells were needed to provide ink to quivers or other writing

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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Brass

French Baroque-Style Inkwell, 19th Century
French Baroque-Style Inkwell, 19th Century

French Baroque-Style Inkwell, 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

design. Collector’s Item: A fine addition to collections of antique writing instruments or decorative

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1850s Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Bronze

1790s  Scandinavian Slant Front Desk with Carved Panel and Four Drawers
1790s  Scandinavian Slant Front Desk with Carved Panel and Four Drawers

1790s Scandinavian Slant Front Desk with Carved Panel and Four Drawers

Located in Atlanta, GA

, perfect for organizing your writing instruments and documents. Below this concealed work surface, the

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Late 18th Century Scandinavian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Wood

Exuberantly Carved Oak French Louis XV Secretary Desk Circa 1900
Exuberantly Carved Oak French Louis XV Secretary Desk Circa 1900

Exuberantly Carved Oak French Louis XV Secretary Desk Circa 1900

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

reveal a writing surface and compartments, ideal for organizing documents, letters, and writing

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Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Oak

18th Century Northern Italy Polychrome Lacca Povera Wood Antique Table Cabinet
18th Century Northern Italy Polychrome Lacca Povera Wood Antique Table Cabinet

18th Century Northern Italy Polychrome Lacca Povera Wood Antique Table Cabinet

Located in Forney, TX

(writing instrument and document box) or collectors cabinet (for valuables). Hand-crafted solid pine

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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Pine, Paint

Regency Style Leather Top Bouillotte Table
Regency Style Leather Top Bouillotte Table

Regency Style Leather Top Bouillotte Table

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

playing cards, writing instruments, or small accessories. Four tapered legs provide stability and balance

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Early 20th Century Regency Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Antique RI or CT Chippendale Mahogany Slant Front Secretary c. Late 18th Century
Antique RI or CT Chippendale Mahogany Slant Front Secretary c. Late 18th Century

Antique RI or CT Chippendale Mahogany Slant Front Secretary c. Late 18th Century

Located in Westfield, MA

, writing instruments, or personal items. This feature, coupled with the sturdy, well-proportioned drawers

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Late 18th Century American Chippendale Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Art Nouveau Pewter Inkwell, France, circa 1900
Antique Art Nouveau Pewter Inkwell, France, circa 1900

Antique Art Nouveau Pewter Inkwell, France, circa 1900

Located in Greven, DE

to the base, designed to hold writing instruments or office supplies. The base is richly detailed

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Pewter

19th Century Louis XV Bonheur Du Jour Desk
19th Century Louis XV Bonheur Du Jour Desk

19th Century Louis XV Bonheur Du Jour Desk

Located in Austin, TX

ample storage for writing instruments and personal items, while the main desk area is designed for

Category

19th Century French Louis XV Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Leather, Tulipwood

A rare 19th century  Dom José I style secretary desk / chest of drawers
A rare 19th century  Dom José I style secretary desk / chest of drawers

A rare 19th century Dom José I style secretary desk / chest of drawers

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

providing ample storage for correspondence, documents, and writing instruments. Each drawer is meticulously

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Late 19th Century Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Wood

Qing Dynasty Giltwood and Red Painted Floral Architectural Panel in Frame
Qing Dynasty Giltwood and Red Painted Floral Architectural Panel in Frame

Qing Dynasty Giltwood and Red Painted Floral Architectural Panel in Frame

Located in Yonkers, NY

with a humpback stretcher. Atop the table are various writing instruments, suggesting a space of

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Franz Xaver Bergmann, Koran Scribe, Vienna Bronze Sculpture, Ca. 1900
Franz Xaver Bergmann, Koran Scribe, Vienna Bronze Sculpture, Ca. 1900

Franz Xaver Bergmann, Koran Scribe, Vienna Bronze Sculpture, Ca. 1900

By Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann)

Located in New York, NY

special stand. There is an inkwell and a writing instrument at his feet on the prayer rug. This little

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1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Bronze

Pair Of French Champlevé Desk Inkwells, Napoleon III, 19th Century
Pair Of French Champlevé Desk Inkwells, Napoleon III, 19th Century

Pair Of French Champlevé Desk Inkwells, Napoleon III, 19th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

arts, writing instruments, or fine French bronzes. Take into account that the colors on the items may

Category

19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Enamel

Japanese Kusuri Dansu – Apothecary Box With Yosegi Marquetry & Raden Inlays
Japanese Kusuri Dansu – Apothecary Box With Yosegi Marquetry & Raden Inlays

Japanese Kusuri Dansu – Apothecary Box With Yosegi Marquetry & Raden Inlays

Located in Bilzen, BE

lacquered interior with delicate floral raden motifs, suggesting use for storing precious items or writing

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Wood

Georgian Davenport Desk Attributed to Gillows
Georgian Davenport Desk Attributed to Gillows

Georgian Davenport Desk Attributed to Gillows

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in New Orleans, LA

supplementary room for housing writing instruments and other treasures. Blending function and form, this

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19th Century English Georgian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

19th Century Japanned English Victorian Papier Mâché Mother of Pearl Desk Set
19th Century Japanned English Victorian Papier Mâché Mother of Pearl Desk Set

19th Century Japanned English Victorian Papier Mâché Mother of Pearl Desk Set

Located in Forney, TX

gilt bronze hinged lids, resting atop two velvet lined bases, a concave pen try makes for easy writing

Category

19th Century Victorian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Other

Unique Japanese Lacquer Maki-e Suzuribako with Woven Bamboo Cover with Tomobako
Unique Japanese Lacquer Maki-e Suzuribako with Woven Bamboo Cover with Tomobako

Unique Japanese Lacquer Maki-e Suzuribako with Woven Bamboo Cover with Tomobako

Located in Atlanta, GA

waterdrop (suiteki). Extraordinarily, the suzuibako retains a set of five writing instrument in gold lacquer

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Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Rattan, Wood, Lacquer

French Louis XIV Boulle Marquetry Tortoiseshell Gilt Bronze Inkwell Desk Stand
French Louis XIV Boulle Marquetry Tortoiseshell Gilt Bronze Inkwell Desk Stand

French Louis XIV Boulle Marquetry Tortoiseshell Gilt Bronze Inkwell Desk Stand

Located in Forney, TX

covers besides pen stands, having a recessed concave brass tray for writing instruments, mounted with two

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19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu, Brass

French Nécessaire de Voyage
French Nécessaire de Voyage

French Nécessaire de Voyage

Located in New Orleans, LA

to sewing and writing instruments. The Emperor Napoléon himself possessed several of these travel

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Crystal, Silver

1839 Fitzmaurice West Victorian Ebony & Brass Inlays Necessaire De Voyage
1839 Fitzmaurice West Victorian Ebony & Brass Inlays Necessaire De Voyage

1839 Fitzmaurice West Victorian Ebony & Brass Inlays Necessaire De Voyage

Located in Germantown, MD

sewing and writing instruments, nécessaires provided a convenient means of transporting the personal

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Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Brass

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Antique Writing Instruments For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique writing instruments for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique writing instruments was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. There are all kinds of antique writing instruments available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique writing instruments bearing Victorian or Louis XVI hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique writing instruments are appealing in their simplicity, but Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley, Carl Hahn and Cristoforo Munari produced popular antique writing instruments that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Writing Instruments?

Prices for antique writing instruments can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique writing instruments begin at $361 and can go as high as $78,500, while the average can fetch as much as $5,239.