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Desk Accessories For Sale
Mid-Century Modern Italian Art Glass Penguin by, Livio Seguso for Oggetti
Mid-Century Modern Italian Art Glass Penguin by, Livio Seguso for Oggetti

Mid-Century Modern Italian Art Glass Penguin by, Livio Seguso for Oggetti

By Oggetti, Livio Seguso

Located in Englewood, NJ

An Italian Mid-Century blown art glass "Penguin" sculpture by, Livio Seguso for Seguso Arte Vetro Murano/Oggetti with clear blown body with applied red and black striping throughout ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Art Glass

Supreme x rOtring 600 3-in-1 Multicolor pen &v mechanical pencil, SS 2023, Japan
Supreme x rOtring 600 3-in-1 Multicolor pen &v mechanical pencil, SS 2023, Japan

Supreme x rOtring 600 3-in-1 Multicolor pen &v mechanical pencil, SS 2023, Japan

By Supreme

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Supreme®/rOtring 600 3-in-1 Multicolor pen and mechanical pencil. Includes black and red ballpoint inks with 0.5 mm mechanical pencil. Additional blue refill included.

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Stainless Steel

Siena Marble and Ormolu Inkwell, c.1900
Siena Marble and Ormolu Inkwell, c.1900

Siena Marble and Ormolu Inkwell, c.1900

Located in Worcester, GB

Siena Marble and Ormolu Inkwell, c.1900 A good quality desk inkwell, circa 1900, set in warm Siena marble with gilt bronze mounts in the neoclassical style. The hinged domed lid is ...

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Early 20th Century Russian Desk Accessories

Materials

Siena Marble

French Art Deco Bronze Claw & Quill Letter Opener, Rare Bronze Letter Opener
French Art Deco Bronze Claw & Quill Letter Opener, Rare Bronze Letter Opener

French Art Deco Bronze Claw & Quill Letter Opener, Rare Bronze Letter Opener

Located in Miami, FL

Art Deco Bronze Claw & Quill Letter Opener – France, circa 1920s–30s An exceptional and imaginative French Art Deco bronze letter opener, cast in the form of a bird's talon gras...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

French Mid-Century Stone Coasters (Set of 8)
French Mid-Century Stone Coasters (Set of 8)

French Mid-Century Stone Coasters (Set of 8)

Located in London, GB

A set of natural stone circular drink place mats or coasters. Likely Agates. France, c1970s. A variety of colours and stone specimens. All have a circular hole in the centre pres...

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1970s French Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Stone

Onyx Marble Gold Gilt Bronze Inkwell
Onyx Marble Gold Gilt Bronze Inkwell

Onyx Marble Gold Gilt Bronze Inkwell

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful onyx and gold gilt bronze inkwell [ink well] box in the Empire style, circa 19th century, Europe. In addition to its intended use, piece makes a gorgeous standalone decor...

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Late 19th Century European Empire Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Onyx, 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

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 in Louis 14th exotic far-east Japanesque / Chinoiserie oriental styling, popular at the time due to the rise in trade with China and Japan throughout the 18th century, Parisian Vernis Martin lacquer work, decorated with lavish Rocaille elements, having three inkwells fitted with glass jar inserts and ornate fiolated acorn finial covers, on a black lacquer cartouche shaped tray with roster...

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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Lovely quality antique Dutch Delft inkstand
Lovely quality antique Dutch Delft inkstand

Lovely quality antique Dutch Delft inkstand

Located in Ipswich, GB

Lovely quality antique Dutch Delft inkstand, having a quality antique Delft inkstand with a shaped tray to the base above is the original removable ink well and pen stand, hand paint...

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19th Century Dutch Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Ceramic

Austrian 1870 Egyptian Revival Sphinx Paper Weight In .800 Sterling Silver
Austrian 1870 Egyptian Revival Sphinx Paper Weight In .800 Sterling Silver

Austrian 1870 Egyptian Revival Sphinx Paper Weight In .800 Sterling Silver

Located in Miami, FL

A Sphynx paper-weight made in Austria. An unusual desk paper-weight, created in Vienna Austria back in the 1870. This beautiful piece was designed with Egyptian revival and grand to...

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1870s Austrian Egyptian Revival Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Silver letter opener with wreaths and floral motifs embossed on the handle, engr
Silver letter opener with wreaths and floral motifs embossed on the handle, engr

Silver letter opener with wreaths and floral motifs embossed on the handle, engr

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver letter opener with wreaths and floral motifs in relief on the handle, engraved on the blade. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Eagle Head. Weight: 94....

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20th Century Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Rare Inkwell in Carved Crystal and Worked Silver by Lucien Gaillard
Rare Inkwell in Carved Crystal and Worked Silver by Lucien Gaillard

Rare Inkwell in Carved Crystal and Worked Silver by Lucien Gaillard

By Lucien Gaillard

Located in Paris, FR

Beautiful inkstand in carved crystal, with frame and cover in embossed silver. Signed by Lucien Gaillard (1861-1942), 107 rue La Boétie, Paris. Lucien Gaillard arises from silver...

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Early 1900s French Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Antique Arculus Close Concentric Millefiori Glass Paperweight
Antique Arculus Close Concentric Millefiori Glass Paperweight

Antique Arculus Close Concentric Millefiori Glass Paperweight

By Whitefriars, Clichy

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique English glass paperweight. By Arculus. Of a medium to low dome form. Dates to the early 20th century (pre-1930). With a close-concentric millefiori design, featuri...

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Early 20th Century British Desk Accessories

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Vintage Underwood Typewriter
Vintage Underwood Typewriter

Vintage Underwood Typewriter

By Underwood Universal

Located in Pasadena, TX

This Underwood standard typewriter was made in USA. This typewriter features black keys. The carriage advances very smoothly and the return, spacing, bell and all other features wo...

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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

A Pair of Brass Bookends for the Golf Enthusiast   A very attractive pair
A Pair of Brass Bookends for the Golf Enthusiast   A very attractive pair

A Pair of Brass Bookends for the Golf Enthusiast A very attractive pair

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Pair of Brass Bookends for the Golf Enthusiast A very attractive pair and clever design, the ends are made as books which the golfing statues are standing on and also provide the...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Louis XV style writing desk. Gilt bronze, stone. Possibly French school, 19th c
Louis XV style writing desk. Gilt bronze, stone. Possibly French school, 19th c

Louis XV style writing desk. Gilt bronze, stone. Possibly French school, 19th c

Located in Madrid, ES

Louis XV style writing desk. Gilt bronze, stone. Possibly French school, 19th century. Gilt bronze writing desk with a metal plate at the bottom and, at the top, a decoration based ...

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19th Century European Neoclassical Revival Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Stone, Bronze, Other

"Panicaut des Alpes" French resin paperweight by Pierre Bodin - 1980s
"Panicaut des Alpes" French resin paperweight by Pierre Bodin - 1980s

"Panicaut des Alpes" French resin paperweight by Pierre Bodin - 1980s

Located in Linkebeek, BE

"Panicaut des Alpes" French resin paperweight by Pierre Bodin -1980s Boho chic - sculpture - herbarium - inclusion Measures : 10.5cmx6cm H:16cm Material : Resin Wear consistent wit...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Resin

Silver doorbell with relief capsule on the bell
Silver doorbell with relief capsule on the bell

Silver doorbell with relief capsule on the bell

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver table bell with relief capsule and circular base. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali II Title. Weight: 317.28 grams. Dimensions: 9x11.5cm. Content: ...

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19th Century European Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver

Embossed silver inkwell with three ink tanks
Embossed silver inkwell with three ink tanks

Embossed silver inkwell with three ink tanks

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver inkwell with relief floral motifs with two tanks, bell, quill holder, candle holder and resting on four cut-out feet. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Li...

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Early 18th Century European Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver

Bronze Mortar with Pestle, Spain, 17th Century
Bronze Mortar with Pestle, Spain, 17th Century

Bronze Mortar with Pestle, Spain, 17th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Mortar with hand. Bronze. XVII century. Mortar with a circular base, cylindrical body and slightly outwardly flared mouth, decorated with a series of smooth horizontal moldings arranged both in the lower and upper areas and with simple vertical elements (which still maintain slight balustraded shapes) derived from of the ribs that these specimens used to have in the medieval Spanish...

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17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze, Other

Art Deco Black Glass and Brass Inkwell With Letter Rack Desk Set
Art Deco Black Glass and Brass Inkwell With Letter Rack Desk Set

Art Deco Black Glass and Brass Inkwell With Letter Rack Desk Set

Located in Land O' Lakes, FL

This sophisticated Art Deco black and gold desk set is a stunning example of 1920s elegance. Crafted from sleek black glass with luxurious brass detailing, it exudes timeless style. ...

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1920s American Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Fratelli Toso Murano Mosaic Wild Flowers Basket Italian Art Glass Paperweight
Fratelli Toso Murano Mosaic Wild Flowers Basket Italian Art Glass Paperweight

Fratelli Toso Murano Mosaic Wild Flowers Basket Italian Art Glass Paperweight

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso spring wild flowers, micro millefiori, Italian art glass ribbons basket paperweight. Documented to the Fratelli Toso company. The inside ...

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

Materials

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

Contemporary Brass Holder With Orange Leather Set by Henry Wilson
Contemporary Brass Holder With Orange Leather Set by Henry Wilson

Contemporary Brass Holder With Orange Leather Set by Henry Wilson

By Henry Wilson

Located in Geneve, CH

Brass Coaster Holder With Tan Coaster Set by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 11 x D 4 x H 5 cm (Coaster Holder dimensions) Materials: Solid brass, Leather Sand cast in solid brass and h...

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2010s Australian Post-Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Tiny Pencil Case in Gold Chiseled with Flowers
19th Century French Tiny Pencil Case in Gold Chiseled with Flowers

19th Century French Tiny Pencil Case in Gold Chiseled with Flowers

Located in Sofia, BG

Small pencil case in gold, chiseled with flowers. Late 19th century - early 20th century May be used as a pendant as well. Gross weight: 8.77 gr Small shocks France, circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century French Desk Accessories

Materials

Gold

English Writing Desk With Mother Of Pearl And Abalone
English Writing Desk With Mother Of Pearl And Abalone

English Writing Desk With Mother Of Pearl And Abalone

Located in Dallas, TX

An english wood Writing Desk inlaid with abalone and mother of pearl. The lock is signed by maker in London, England. Circa 1860.

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1860s English Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Leather, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Vintage-Burnt Bamboo Rattan Desk Organizer Magazine File Mid-Century
Vintage-Burnt Bamboo Rattan Desk Organizer Magazine File Mid-Century

Vintage-Burnt Bamboo Rattan Desk Organizer Magazine File Mid-Century

By Franco Albini

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration a vintage-style burnt bamboo and rattan desk organizer, often marketed as a magazine holder or letter holder. Unmarked. Dimensions: 11.5" H x 10.5" D x 5" W ...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Gourmet Square Wood Trivet, by Gunnar Cyren from Warm Nordic
Gourmet Square Wood Trivet, by Gunnar Cyren from Warm Nordic

Gourmet Square Wood Trivet, by Gunnar Cyren from Warm Nordic

By Gunnar Cyren

Located in Viby J, DK

Beautiful walnut and oak trivets with delicate carvings. Trivets were originally designed in the 1970s by the highly acclaimed Swedish designer, Gunnar Cyren as part of the Gourmet Wood range, and are now being manufactured again by Warm Nordic. Their harmonious design and consummate quality make these wooden trivets perfect for both everyday meals and more festive occasions. The carvings lend the trivets a touch of character and have a life of their own in the form of swaying trees, sprouting hearts and abstract animals, depending on which way you look at them. Gunnar Cyren's Trivets also look attractive on the kitchen worktop...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

Letter Opener or Paper Cutter in Silver Bronze
Letter Opener or Paper Cutter in Silver Bronze

Letter Opener or Paper Cutter in Silver Bronze

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Letter opener in silver bronze Silver plated bronze letter opener 35/42 microns Measures: L: 218 mm, weight: 118 gr This letter opener is the handmade work of French designer Richard Lauret...

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2010s French Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Silver tower-shaped pen holder resting on a base with four half-ball feet
Silver tower-shaped pen holder resting on a base with four half-ball feet

Silver tower-shaped pen holder resting on a base with four half-ball feet

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver tower-shaped pen holder resting on a base with four half-ball feet. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Javali II. Title: Weight: 64.92 grams. Dimensions: 1...

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19th Century European Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver

Vintage Desk Fan designed by Cadume, 1960s
Vintage Desk Fan designed by Cadume, 1960s

Vintage Desk Fan designed by Cadume, 1960s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vintage table/desk fan designed by Codumé, 1960s, swivel foot, 2 speeds, works perfectly, height: 45cm, diameter: 35cm, foot: 16x22 cm. This unique fan captures the essence of vintag...

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1960s French Industrial Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome, Aluminum

Mid Century Small Graphics Drinks Tray - By Ton
Mid Century Small Graphics Drinks Tray - By Ton

Mid Century Small Graphics Drinks Tray - By Ton

Located in Hook, Hampshire

Mid Century Small Graphics Drinks Tray - By Ton. Reminiscent of Marimekko who used bold floral graphics to reinvent their Finnish oil cloth factory, but the trays were made by Czec...

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1950s Czech Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Laminate, Beech

Large Victorian Green Glass Dump Weight with Flowering Stems
Large Victorian Green Glass Dump Weight with Flowering Stems

Large Victorian Green Glass Dump Weight with Flowering Stems

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A good large antique Victorian green glass doorstop or dump weight including a pot/vase with four flowering stems probably made in Yorkshire, England and dating from around 1870. A...

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1870s British Victorian Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Blown Glass

Cristal D'Albret France JFK Jackie Kennedy Sulphide Paperweight Faceted Green
Cristal D'Albret France JFK Jackie Kennedy Sulphide Paperweight Faceted Green

Cristal D'Albret France JFK Jackie Kennedy Sulphide Paperweight Faceted Green

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage 1970s, New old stock, Cristal D'Albret France Limited Edition (only 2000 made) JFK and Jackie Kennedy Sulphide Glass Faceted Green Paperweight with COA Paperwork (NO BOX. Cer...

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Late 20th Century Other Desk Accessories

Materials

Glass

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

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. The spaniel dog s...

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Mid-19th Century French Rococo Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Porcelain

Fratelli Toso Murano Antique Millefiori Flowers Italian Art Glass Cabinet Vase
Fratelli Toso Murano Antique Millefiori Flowers Italian Art Glass Cabinet Vase

Fratelli Toso Murano Antique Millefiori Flowers Italian Art Glass Cabinet Vase

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful antique Murano hand blown Millefiori Murrina flower mosaic Italian art glass decorative ornate handle cabinet vase / pitcher. Documented to the Fratelli Toso company, circa 1910-1930. The vase has an early design and unusual white backgrounds on the murrines. The vase has a scramble / all over design with a rainbow of colors in the flower designs. It has very large size murrines, with some unusual designs, including bullseye and a large rainbow...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

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

Striking Ceylonese Porcupine Quill Desk Study Box Circa 1920's
Striking Ceylonese Porcupine Quill Desk Study Box Circa 1920's

Striking Ceylonese Porcupine Quill Desk Study Box Circa 1920's

By SILVA (Sri Lanka)

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Eyecatching Ceylonese rectangular porcupine quill box with decoration of ebonised casing and striking porcupine quills and infills of white and black bone 'dots' Sliding lid reveals...

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Early 20th Century Sri Lankan British Colonial Desk Accessories

Materials

Hardwood

Hermès desk magnifying glass, Paris, France, ca. 1960-1970
Hermès desk magnifying glass, Paris, France, ca. 1960-1970

Hermès desk magnifying glass, Paris, France, ca. 1960-1970

By Hermès

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Hermès Paris Desk Magnifying Glass, France, ca. 1960-1970 Impressive large-format magnifying glass made of silver-plated metal, signed Hermès Paris. The handle features a sculpture i...

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20th Century French Post-Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Tantalus Liquor Set
19th Century French Tantalus Liquor Set

19th Century French Tantalus Liquor Set

Located in Mérida, YU

Very rare French 19th Century Ormolu Tantalus-Liquor Set in the shape of a globe. The Crystal Globe is made on a extraordinary pattern. Comes with 3 hand cut Crystal bottles and 6 g...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Ormolu

Daum French Glass Floral Paperweight
Daum French Glass Floral Paperweight

Daum French Glass Floral Paperweight

By Daum

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A stunning French art glass paperweight beautifully presented with a single central flower head by renowned glass makers Daum and dating from the 20th century. The paperweight is han...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Blown Glass

Art Deco Glass and Brass Desk Inkwell with Pen Rest
Art Deco Glass and Brass Desk Inkwell with Pen Rest

Art Deco Glass and Brass Desk Inkwell with Pen Rest

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Art Deco glass and brass desk inkwell with pen rest A very stylish piece made in heavy crystal with a brass mounted ink well and feet, these may have origi...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Glass

Large Vintage Floral & Bubble Studio Glass Paperweight - Italy - Circa 1980
Large Vintage Floral & Bubble Studio Glass Paperweight - Italy - Circa 1980

Large Vintage Floral & Bubble Studio Glass Paperweight - Italy - Circa 1980

Located in Chatham, ON

Large vintage art glass floral and bubble paperweight - hand made - mouth blown - featuring a striking white lily to the center with green stem and leaves near the base - polished fi...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Brass Arc Pen Tray by Stem Design
Brass Arc Pen Tray by Stem Design

Brass Arc Pen Tray by Stem Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Brass Arc Pen Tray by Stem Design Dimensions: D 6 x W 18 x H 2.5 cm. Materials: Brass. Finish: Tumbled and burnished. Weight: 0,7 kg. Finished and assembled by hand in India. Also available in aluminum. Please contact us. Arc pen tray is designed as a pedestal for a pen that you hold close. The linear piece with an elevated concave surface graciously exhibits any writing instrument and demonstrates a sculptural quality through its simplified form. The objects layers on as a metaphor and showcases the beauty of being who you are. It strips off all the layers of ornamentation and artificial finishes to build an immediate and intuitive connection with the product that lasts a lifetime. Stem is a contemporary Indian product...

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2010s Indian Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Vasart Millefiori Glass Paperweight, Handcrafted in Scotland, 1960s
Vasart Millefiori Glass Paperweight, Handcrafted in Scotland, 1960s

Vasart Millefiori Glass Paperweight, Handcrafted in Scotland, 1960s

By Vasart

Located in Glasgow, GB

Vasart millefiori paperweight handcrafted in Scotland. A highly collectible glass paperweight and wonderful example of Vasart craftsmanship and artistry. This beautiful paperweight...

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

Materials

Art Glass

Silver seal w/ flower at the top on a column w/ a square base & coat of arms
Silver seal w/ flower at the top on a column w/ a square base & coat of arms

Silver seal w/ flower at the top on a column w/ a square base & coat of arms

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver seal with flower at the top on a column with a square base and coat of arms. Metal: Metal. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: "João da Silva". Weight: 440.36 grams. Dimen...

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20th Century European Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver

Silver inkwell with two tanks, bell, pen holder and set on three raised feet
Silver inkwell with two tanks, bell, pen holder and set on three raised feet

Silver inkwell with two tanks, bell, pen holder and set on three raised feet

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver inkwell with two reservoirs, bell, pen holder and set on three raised feet. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portugal. Brand: Lisbon Crown. Weight: 579.89 grams. Dimensions...

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Early 18th Century European Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver

Iridescent Art Nouveau Art Glass Inkwell
Iridescent Art Nouveau Art Glass Inkwell

Iridescent Art Nouveau Art Glass Inkwell

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning early Art Nouveau gourd shaped iridescent art glass inkwell, circa 1900s. The piece features a gorgeous array of rainbow iridescence from green...

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Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Desk Accessories

Materials

Art Glass

Chrome Horse Bit in the Style of Hermes
Chrome Horse Bit in the Style of Hermes

Chrome Horse Bit in the Style of Hermes

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A decorative horse bit, used as a paper weight, in the style of Hermes. The sides of the bit are horseshoes... and perfect for the horse lover. A compliment to any desk or work stat...

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20th Century Desk Accessories

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Art Glass Mushroom
Mid Century Art Glass Mushroom

Mid Century Art Glass Mushroom

Located in Fairfield, CA

A mid century art glass mushroom. Nice modern minimalist shape with a cluster of controlled bubbles emanating from the center. There is a purposefu...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Art Glass

GOEBEL - Vintage Molded Glass Owl Paperweight - Germany - Mid 20th Century
GOEBEL - Vintage Molded Glass Owl Paperweight - Germany - Mid 20th Century

GOEBEL - Vintage Molded Glass Owl Paperweight - Germany - Mid 20th Century

By Goebel Company

Located in Chatham, ON

GOEBEL - Vintage studio glass molded owl form paperweight - signed - Germany - mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - no loss - no damage - no restoration - minor surface s...

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

Materials

Crystal

Art Nouveau Bronze Inkwell with an Owl
Art Nouveau Bronze Inkwell with an Owl

Art Nouveau Bronze Inkwell with an Owl

Located in Stockholm, SE

An Art Noveau or Jugend patinated bronze pen and inkwell with an owl sitting in the center. The owl have inset glass eyes. Made ca.1900. Possibly Swedish. Symbolism of the owl: The...

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Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Seguso Murano Egg Paperweight in Murano Glass with Gold Dust, Italy 1950s
Seguso Murano Egg Paperweight in Murano Glass with Gold Dust, Italy 1950s

Seguso Murano Egg Paperweight in Murano Glass with Gold Dust, Italy 1950s

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Roma, IT

Fantastic egg-shaped paperweight made in mouth-blown Murano glass with gold leaf inside. This incredibly charming paperweight was designed by Archimede Seguso in Italy during the 195...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

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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