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Antique Underwood Typewriter and Table
Antique Underwood Typewriter and Table

Antique Underwood Typewriter and Table

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

We offer this antique underwood typewriter and table. Both items were found in a place where time stopped. The machine is working perfectl...

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1930s American Industrial Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

Initial Stamp, Art Deco, 1920s
Initial Stamp, Art Deco, 1920s

Initial Stamp, Art Deco, 1920s

Located in Greven, DE

Beautiful and authentically preserved stamp for sealing wax.

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

A.Ve.M. Murano Satin Surface Millefiori Flowers Italian Art Glass Paperweight
A.Ve.M. Murano Satin Surface Millefiori Flowers Italian Art Glass Paperweight

A.Ve.M. Murano Satin Surface Millefiori Flowers Italian Art Glass Paperweight

By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Last one available! Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown, satin surface and applied flower murrines Italian art glass paperweights. Documented to the A.Ve.M. (Arte Vetraria Muranese)...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Set of 4 Pedestal Boxes in Shagreen, Shell and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
Set of 4 Pedestal Boxes in Shagreen, Shell and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris

Set of 4 Pedestal Boxes in Shagreen, Shell and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The set of 4 pedestal boxes are the perfect home accents to add elegance and functionality to your space. These can be used as a vanity set for your bathroom, in your office to store desk...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Studios New York Adam Pattern Bronze Doré Large Paper Clip
Tiffany Studios New York Adam Pattern Bronze Doré Large Paper Clip

Tiffany Studios New York Adam Pattern Bronze Doré Large Paper Clip

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze "Adam" pattern large paper clip By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Century Meas...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Arco Blue Bee Fountain Pen
Arco Blue Bee Fountain Pen

Arco Blue Bee Fountain Pen

By Pineider

Located in Milan, IT

This stunning piston-filled fountain pen belongs to a limited series of 888 pieces. It is made by overlapping layers of blue and yellow resins, joined by gold glues accents for a str...

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2010s Italian Desk Accessories

Materials

Resin

Montblanc Rare Sealed Charles Dickens Set of 3 Limited Edition Pens
Montblanc Rare Sealed Charles Dickens Set of 3 Limited Edition Pens

Montblanc Rare Sealed Charles Dickens Set of 3 Limited Edition Pens

By Montblanc

Located in New York, NY

Extremely rare Montblanc sealed set of 3 Charles Dickens pens, consisting of a fountain pen (with a 18k gold nib), a ballpoint pen, and a mechanical pen, the green resin barrel decor...

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20th Century German Desk Accessories

Materials

Gold

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Pattern Bronze Doré Letter Rack
Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Pattern Bronze Doré Letter Rack

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Pattern Bronze Doré Letter Rack

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze "Zodiac" pattern desk letter holder rack By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Cent...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Decorative Glass "Eiffel Tower", Czechoslovakia, 1980's
Decorative Glass "Eiffel Tower", Czechoslovakia, 1980's

Decorative Glass "Eiffel Tower", Czechoslovakia, 1980's

Located in Praha, CZ

Unique decorative Eiffel Tower fully made from glass. Made in the 1980's, in Czechoslovakia. Fully made out of glass. In great condition, all original. Cleaned.

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1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Glass

New Modern Cigarettes and Cigar Ashtray in Black Marble, creator Chiossi Stock
New Modern Cigarettes and Cigar Ashtray in Black Marble, creator Chiossi Stock

New Modern Cigarettes and Cigar Ashtray in Black Marble, creator Chiossi Stock

By Michele Chiossi

Located in Milan, IT

Tuscan sculptor Michele Chiossi, has found in marble a medium to describe modernity with its myths and symbols, creating the Contemporary collection. An emoji can be a tray; an emoji heart, not necessarily pierced by an arrow, can be a place of creativity in the kitchen, a chopping board or a working surface; a dash; a zigzag; granting the marble a moment of levity, becoming vertical in a vase; reflecting an ideal image of ourselves. Unique objects to be experienced as a couple, to gift to friends, jewels of our daily lives. Time and smoke pass, ashtrays remain. As everlasting as marble, as elegant as a concentric circle of smoke spreading through the air. Chiossi revisits the most Classic of living room...

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2010s Italian Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Marble

Vintage 1980s Gucci Desk Set Accessories - Leather Pen + Paper Holder & Tray
Vintage 1980s Gucci Desk Set Accessories - Leather Pen + Paper Holder & Tray

Vintage 1980s Gucci Desk Set Accessories - Leather Pen + Paper Holder & Tray

By Gucci

Located in St. Louis, MO

Nice 1980s Gucci - Italy designed leather desk accessories set, includes pen holder, note paper holder and small tray. The leather pieces have the classic green and red stripe, with ...

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1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Ceramic, Leather, Suede

XL Calligraphy Brush Jade Archer's Rings 17" Engraved
XL Calligraphy Brush Jade Archer's Rings 17" Engraved

XL Calligraphy Brush Jade Archer's Rings 17" Engraved

Located in Somis, CA

The extra large, extraordinary 17" Chinese calligraphy brush captivates with its fusion of history, symbolism, and artistic finesse. Comprising a collection of seven jade Archer's ri...

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2010s Chinese Qing Desk Accessories

Materials

Jade

Art Nouveau Figural Double Sided Hotel Front Desk Call Bell
Art Nouveau Figural Double Sided Hotel Front Desk Call Bell

Art Nouveau Figural Double Sided Hotel Front Desk Call Bell

Located in Milan, IT

Splendid Art Nouveau Young Boy Figural Double Sided Hotel Front Desk Call Bell Marked Dep.

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1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Antique Grand Tour French Bronze Desk Set Inkstand Church Cathedral Siena Marble
Antique Grand Tour French Bronze Desk Set Inkstand Church Cathedral Siena Marble

Antique Grand Tour French Bronze Desk Set Inkstand Church Cathedral Siena Marble

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Stunning and Rare Example of a French Patinated Bronze Architectural Style Grand Tour Regency Period Double Inkstand of rectangular outline and compact proportions. First quarter of the Nineteenth Century. This stunning offering is modelled as an ancient Gothic Style Religious building ending on a well veined Sienna Marble platform base. The Ormolu dome top finial covers complete with their internal bronze linings. An early ormolu and Sienna Marble Watch stand is included. Condition: Good condition, original good surface patination, small repair to corner of marble base, see image. Baise underneath has been replaced, nicely done. Back and front views are similar, no visible foundry marks. Height: (inkstand) 5.25" (13.5cm). Width: (at base) 7" (17.5cm). Depth: (at base) 4” (10.25cm). Location: Dublin City, Ireland. Affordable Fixed charge Worldwide Store to door shipping offered by Seller. Please take time to scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our Shop PATRICK HOWARD ANTIQUES...

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19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Siena Marble, Brass, Bronze

Unique Zé Veado by André Teoman Studio
Unique Zé Veado by André Teoman Studio

Unique Zé Veado by André Teoman Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique Zé Veado by André Teoman Studio Limited Edition Dimensions: W 27 x D 27 x H 57 cm Materials: Marble, Brass André Teoman born in Viana do Castelo...

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2010s Portuguese Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Marble, Brass

Tiffany Studios New York "Zodiac" Patinated Bronze Inkwell
Tiffany Studios New York "Zodiac" Patinated Bronze Inkwell

Tiffany Studios New York "Zodiac" Patinated Bronze Inkwell

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Art Deco period patinated bronze inkwell featuring symbols of the Zodiac By Tiffany Studios New York, USA, early 20th century Measures: 4"W x 4"D x 2"H. Good o...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Set of Mid-Century Modern Guzzini Crystal Lucite Italian Vases, 1970s
Set of Mid-Century Modern Guzzini Crystal Lucite Italian Vases, 1970s

Set of Mid-Century Modern Guzzini Crystal Lucite Italian Vases, 1970s

By Guzzini

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful set of four crystal plexiglass flower vases. This fantastic set was designed by Guzzini in Italy during the 1970s. This set is made of four different flower vases with t...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass

Industrial Restored General Electric Cast Iron and Brass Desk Fan
Industrial Restored General Electric Cast Iron and Brass Desk Fan

Industrial Restored General Electric Cast Iron and Brass Desk Fan

By General Electric

Located in Fort Collins, CO

This turn of the century General Electric desk fan has been fully restored both mechanically and cosmetically. Refinished and painted in antiqued white powder coat, the finish is vis...

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pedersen & Hansen Desk Organizer
Pedersen & Hansen Desk Organizer

Pedersen & Hansen Desk Organizer

By Pedersen & Hansen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pederen & Hansen design teak desk top organizer. High quality materials and execution perfect for keeping an organized desk or work space. In very good original condition.

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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Teak

Vintage Modernist Paper Tray in Chrome 1970s
Vintage Modernist Paper Tray in Chrome 1970s

Vintage Modernist Paper Tray in Chrome 1970s

By Smokador, Knoll

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful letter tray in polished aluminium / chrome finish with black enamel lining. In the style of Smokador. Clean and minimalist design that is timeless and classic. Unique and...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Tiffany Studios New York 'Zodiac' Bronze Doré Large Inkwell
Tiffany Studios New York 'Zodiac' Bronze Doré Large Inkwell

Tiffany Studios New York 'Zodiac' Bronze Doré Large Inkwell

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique bronze doré large inkwell featuring Zodiac designs By Tiffany Studios New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 6.5"W x 6.5"D x 3.5"H. Very good orig...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Calanda Typewriter Czechoslovakia 1950s Industrial Metal Design
Vintage Calanda Typewriter Czechoslovakia 1950s Industrial Metal Design

Vintage Calanda Typewriter Czechoslovakia 1950s Industrial Metal Design

Located in Praha, CZ

Original Calanda mechanical typewriter, produced in Czechoslovakia, most likely by Zbrojovka Brno / later Závody Jana Švermy, dating from the late 1940s to 1950s. This piece represe...

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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Black and White Pottery Vase with Eye Design
Black and White Pottery Vase with Eye Design

Black and White Pottery Vase with Eye Design

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful black and white ceramic pottery vase with 'eye' design. A great addition to any room. Dimensions: 5.75" Height For chair shown searc...

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2010s Desk Accessories

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Early English 19th Century Pewter Plate
Early English 19th Century Pewter Plate

Early English 19th Century Pewter Plate

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Small round pewter plate with London and makers mark on the rear side.

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Early 19th Century English Empire Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Pewter

French Victorian Bronze Inkwell
French Victorian Bronze Inkwell

French Victorian Bronze Inkwell

Located in Queens, NY

French Victorian bronze square inkwell with 2 cornucopia pen holders. Previously broken hinge, inkwell lid is not attached

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19th Century French Victorian Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Rattan Caned Letter Holder Desk Organizer
Vintage Rattan Caned Letter Holder Desk Organizer

Vintage Rattan Caned Letter Holder Desk Organizer

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Rattan Caned Letter Holder or Desk Organizer. Three compartments on top and a large area on bottom. Good condition and sturdy, ready to use. 10.5" wide. Sticker on bottom mar...

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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Adirondack Desk Accessories

Materials

Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Antique Century Traditional Sewing machine Vibrating, circa 1950
Antique Century Traditional Sewing machine Vibrating, circa 1950

Antique Century Traditional Sewing machine Vibrating, circa 1950

Located in Roma, IT

Antique sewing machine Vesta Handcrank vibrating shuttle Serial Number: 2655227 Made in Germany Ideal for sewing most materials such as denim, canvas, silk, calico and the like, Could be used as was intended for sewing or recycled as a small office ornament...

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1950s European Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Luxury Saddle Leather and Brass Desk Set, Italy, 1960
Art Deco Luxury Saddle Leather and Brass Desk Set, Italy, 1960

Art Deco Luxury Saddle Leather and Brass Desk Set, Italy, 1960

By Hermès, Jacques Adnet

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Luxury Saddle Leather and Brass Desk Set. Jacque Adnet style Italian desk set scissors and letter opener with leather pouch. Classic and traditional luxury desk leather library set w...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal, Brass

1920 René Lalique - Seal Stamp Figurine Mains Jointes Glass With Sepia Patina
1920 René Lalique - Seal Stamp Figurine Mains Jointes Glass With Sepia Patina

1920 René Lalique - Seal Stamp Figurine Mains Jointes Glass With Sepia Patina

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Seal Stamped "Figurine Mains Jointes" made in frosted glass with a sepia patina in 1920. Engraved signature. Perfect condition. Beautiful patina. Extremely rare model. Height: 9.5 ...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Blown Glass

Tiffany Style Stained Glass Table Lamp or Desk Lamp, 1950s
Tiffany Style Stained Glass Table Lamp or Desk Lamp, 1950s

Tiffany Style Stained Glass Table Lamp or Desk Lamp, 1950s

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

Fabulous, tall Tiffany Style stained Glass and bronze adjustable Banker’s desk lamp or Table lamp, France, 1950-1959. Beautiful hand-painted glass lampshade made with the Tiffany tec...

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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Carl Auböck Model #4056 Brass Hook
Carl Auböck Model #4056 Brass Hook

Carl Auböck Model #4056 Brass Hook

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Glendale, CA

Carl Auböck brass #4056 brass hook. Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese candleholder is executed in polished brass by Werkstätte C...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

New Brush Stand Solid Wengé Wood Medium Holds 14
New Brush Stand Solid Wengé Wood Medium Holds 14

New Brush Stand Solid Wengé Wood Medium Holds 14

Located in Somis, CA

Our calligraphy brush stands are made of solid wengé wood, a prized, sustainable, exotic wood with beautiful grains. Top of the stands are deco...

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2010s Chinese Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood, Wenge

Tiffany Studios New York Grapevine Bronze Blotter Ends With Leather Desk Blotter
Tiffany Studios New York Grapevine Bronze Blotter Ends With Leather Desk Blotter

Tiffany Studios New York Grapevine Bronze Blotter Ends With Leather Desk Blotter

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Art Deco or Arts & Crafts period bronze "Grapevine" pattern blotter ends with a custom green leather desk blotter By Tiffany Studios (each blotter end signed to ...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

XL adhesive tape dispenser in aluminum and stone, Italy, 1980
XL adhesive tape dispenser in aluminum and stone, Italy, 1980

XL adhesive tape dispenser in aluminum and stone, Italy, 1980

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Superb and rare tape dispenser designed and manufactured in Italy in the 80s. Superb metalwork and stone inlay. Unique object due to its size that will bring a real design touch to y...

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1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Fine Quality Antique Victorian French Freestanding Inlaid Boulle Desk Set
Fine Quality Antique Victorian French Freestanding Inlaid Boulle Desk Set

Fine Quality Antique Victorian French Freestanding Inlaid Boulle Desk Set

Located in Suffolk, GB

Fine quality antique Victorian French freestanding inlaid boulle desk set having a quality ornate shaped brass handle flanked by a pair of original cut glass inkwells with inlaid bou...

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1850s French Victorian Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Delco Art Deco 1941 Vintage Bakelite R 1171 Tube Radio in Perfect Condition
Delco Art Deco 1941 Vintage Bakelite R 1171 Tube Radio in Perfect Condition

Delco Art Deco 1941 Vintage Bakelite R 1171 Tube Radio in Perfect Condition

Located in Miami, FL

An Art Deco tube radio designed by Delco. Here we are offering an absolutely stunning 1941 Delco model R-1171 tabletop tube radio. Featuring a gorgeous dark...

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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Bakelite

CARTIER Paris 1970 Select Trinity Minaudiere Purse In Mughal Silk & 18Kt Gold
CARTIER Paris 1970 Select Trinity Minaudiere Purse In Mughal Silk & 18Kt Gold

CARTIER Paris 1970 Select Trinity Minaudiere Purse In Mughal Silk & 18Kt Gold

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

A purse minaudiere designed by Cartier Paris. This is an exceptional, beautiful and extremely rare purse minaudiere created in Paris France by the luxury house of Cartier, back in the 1970. This incredible piece is from the trinity collection, specially crafted for the exclusive Cartier department "S" of "Select de Cartier". Made-up with very fine Mughal silk and eight trinity-motifs accents made in three tones of 18 karats gold. Country: Paris, France. Period: 1970. Style: Mughal, Trinity, Art-Deco. Measurements: 130 mm by 108 mm by 39 mm (5.10 x 4.25 x 1.5 Inches). Length: The triple silk cord can be adjusted from 17 inches to 26 inches. Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark cartouche, French marks and signed as follows, "CARTIER PARIS MADE IN FRANCE". Cartier S History On the 19th of June, 1920, the House of Cartier in Paris created a collection of accessories so special they resembled jewels in their precious materials and expert craftsmanship. This collection was known as "Cartier S for Select", and it was the creation of the brilliant Mme. Jeanne Toussaint. It was her consummate style and taste that led to the design of so many Art Deco objects for which Cartier is famous. Even today, auction houses report record prices whenever a Toussaint creation appears. For two decades, Mme. Toussaint presided over "Department S". With the advent of World War II, the doors of "Department S" closed at least for thirty years. In the 1970 Cartier has recreated again the "Department S" and brought it to New York city. The same rigorous standards of beauty and workmanship, the same precious materials have gone into today's "Department S" Collection. This piece is from a collection of very special evening bags; Cartier S collection is for Select. See the image. Note: Considering that this piece is from the 1970s with almost 50 years of having been manufactured, it was never used. It is an incredible luxury item with its original cased box in perfect condition. Collateral: This Cartier Minaudiere purse...

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1970s French Art Deco Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Gold

Black marble carved large Ming
Black marble carved large Ming

Black marble carved large Ming

By Casa Mineral

Located in Mexico City, MX

Ming in carved Monterrey black marble. Handmade in Mexico by local craftsmen. Production time: 6-8 weeks for items without marble / 13-14 weeks for marble pieces. Shipping +10 additi...

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2010s Mexican Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Marble

Victorian Campaign Writing Slope, Brass Trim, Green Leather, UK, 1800s
Victorian Campaign Writing Slope, Brass Trim, Green Leather, UK, 1800s

Victorian Campaign Writing Slope, Brass Trim, Green Leather, UK, 1800s

By Joseph Bramah

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A Stunning Victorian Campaign Writing Slope With A Decorative Brass Trim, Brass Carry Handles Finished With A Gilt Tooled Racing Green Leather Interior Item will include new notepa...

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Jacques Adnet Modernist Desk Office Waste Paper Basket, circa 1930
Jacques Adnet Modernist Desk Office Waste Paper Basket, circa 1930

Jacques Adnet Modernist Desk Office Waste Paper Basket, circa 1930

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rare Jacques Adnet Art Deco Chrome Desk Waste Basket, France, circa 1930 An extraordinary artifact of French Art Deco design, this sculptural chrome desk accessory—meticulously craft...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Chrome

Enticing Berry Red Stemmed Fruit Crystal Perfume Bottle, England 1980's
Enticing Berry Red Stemmed Fruit Crystal Perfume Bottle, England 1980's

Enticing Berry Red Stemmed Fruit Crystal Perfume Bottle, England 1980's

By English School

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Delicious berry red 'Stemmed Fruit' crystal perfume bottle with a clear crystal stopper A desirable piece of contemporary counter-balanced glass art Created by Ian Hankey for Teign V...

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Mid-20th Century English Desk Accessories

Materials

Crystal

Female Face Bust Sculpture
Female Face Bust Sculpture

Female Face Bust Sculpture

Located in New York, NY

A striking vintage black ceramic pottery female face bust sculpture, circa 20th century. A great piece for a column pedestal as shown, shelf, mantle, cocktai...

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Mid-20th Century Egyptian Revival Desk Accessories

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Carl Auböck Nickel Plated U-Shaped Brass Key Ring Chain Holder Knopferl
Carl Auböck Nickel Plated U-Shaped Brass Key Ring Chain Holder Knopferl

Carl Auböck Nickel Plated U-Shaped Brass Key Ring Chain Holder Knopferl

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A charming modernist U-shaped keyring / keyholder / keychain "Knopferl", model #4617-2, designed by Carl Auböck in the 1950s. Handmade of solid polished brass by Werkstätte Auböck in Austria. Identical to the brass key ring...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Desk Accessories Letter Holder  Swans  Silver plated Color France 20th Century
Desk Accessories Letter Holder  Swans  Silver plated Color France 20th Century

Desk Accessories Letter Holder Swans Silver plated Color France 20th Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Desk Accessories Letter Holder Swans Silver plated metal and Color. France 20th Century

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

19th Century French Palais Royal Mother of Pearl Gallery Glass
19th Century French Palais Royal Mother of Pearl Gallery Glass

19th Century French Palais Royal Mother of Pearl Gallery Glass

Located in London, by appointment only

A large scale brass mounted gallery glass with a mother of pearl veneered handle. Probably Palais Royal France, circa 1840 Measure: Length 12 inches.

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19th Century French Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Glass

Postmodern Black Marble Desk Pen Pencil Holder, 1990s
Postmodern Black Marble Desk Pen Pencil Holder, 1990s

Postmodern Black Marble Desk Pen Pencil Holder, 1990s

Located in New York, NY

A '90s Postmodern black and brown polished marble stone desk pen pencil holder, circa 1990s. Dimensions: 2.5" square x 4.19" height. Matching...

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1990s European Post-Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Stone, Marble

Antique, New and Vintage Desk Accessories

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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