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Bronze Stack Trays by Henry Wilson
Bronze Stack Trays by Henry Wilson

Bronze Stack Trays by Henry Wilson

By Henry Wilson

Located in Geneve, CH

Bronze Stack Trays by Henry Wilson Dimesions: W 25 x D 5 x H 10 cm Materials: Bronze The stack trays are sold in a set of three that can be used togethe...

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2010s Australian Post-Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Gilt Bronze and Marble Inkwell
Vintage Gilt Bronze and Marble Inkwell

Vintage Gilt Bronze and Marble Inkwell

By G. None

Located in Bronx, NY

This vintage 19th century inkwell is beautifully designed with a detailed sculpted doré' bronze reminiscent the poet, Elizabeth Barrett Browning. The figure is costumed in a draped g...

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1880s English Victorian Antique Desk Accessories

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Marble, Bronze

French Art Deco Silver Paperweight
French Art Deco Silver Paperweight

French Art Deco Silver Paperweight

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

French Art Deco Silver Paperweight Origin France Circa 1920 Materials glass and solid silver Frosted artistic glass Artist: Jean Henri Orliac has an artist's punch with the letter H ...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Desk Accessories

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Silver

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

These exquisite 19th-century bronze parakeet on perch candlestick inkwells showcase the fine craftsmanship of the era. Each inkwell features a beautifully designed parakeet with a hi...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Cast Iron Dog Nut Cracker
Cast Iron Dog Nut Cracker

Cast Iron Dog Nut Cracker

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Black painted cast iron dog nut cracker. The condition is very good and in working order.

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Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

Rare Bronze Paperweight Celebrating 500th Anniversary of Leipzig Univ, 1909
Rare Bronze Paperweight Celebrating 500th Anniversary of Leipzig Univ, 1909

Rare Bronze Paperweight Celebrating 500th Anniversary of Leipzig Univ, 1909

By Max Lange

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Depicting two male nudes lifting a garland framing Medieval images of the two patron saints of Leipzig University -- St. Laurentius and John the Baptist -- this rare and beautiful br...

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Early 1900s German Beaux Arts Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Art Nouveau Pierced Brass Folding Book Slide A very attractive piece
Art Nouveau Pierced Brass Folding Book Slide A very attractive piece

Art Nouveau Pierced Brass Folding Book Slide A very attractive piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Art Nouveau Pierced Brass Folding Book Slide A very attractive piece with decorative brass ends which both fold flat and extend to hold more books securely The Slide is 6” high and...

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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Jacques Adnet Leather and Silver Desk Accessories Set, Circa 1960
Jacques Adnet Leather and Silver Desk Accessories Set, Circa 1960

Jacques Adnet Leather and Silver Desk Accessories Set, Circa 1960

By Jacques Adnet

Located in San Francisco, CA

Two Jaques Adnet leather and silvered metal "pique-sellier" desk accessories. Each cast with riding spur form frames, one with leather wallet form holder the second a tray beneath a ...

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

American Victorian Walnut Cased Standing Magnifying Glass
American Victorian Walnut Cased Standing Magnifying Glass

American Victorian Walnut Cased Standing Magnifying Glass

Located in Hudson, NY

This large American Victorian standing magnifying glass is encased in a carved and turned walnut frame and is adjustable to height with a wooden screw set device. Made circa 1880 the...

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Glass, Walnut

English Victorian Brass and Crystal Inkwell
English Victorian Brass and Crystal Inkwell

English Victorian Brass and Crystal Inkwell

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian brass and crystal shell shaped inkwell with coral design details.  

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Wonderful Heart Shaped Oak and Silver Inkwell, Circa 1900
Wonderful Heart Shaped Oak and Silver Inkwell, Circa 1900

Wonderful Heart Shaped Oak and Silver Inkwell, Circa 1900

Located in High Point, NC

Circa 1900 oak and silver plated inkwell and pen stand from England. The base is made from oak and is in the shape of a heart, which we have never had the pleasure to own before! T...

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Desk Accessories

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Silver Plate

Exquisite Petite Ceylonese Porcupine Quill Keepsake Box Circa 1920's
Exquisite Petite Ceylonese Porcupine Quill Keepsake Box Circa 1920's

Exquisite Petite Ceylonese Porcupine Quill Keepsake Box Circa 1920's

By SILVA (Sri Lanka)

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Petite and charming Ceylonese rectangular porcupine quill box with ebonised casing and inlaid bone decoration. The sliding lid reveals a plain cedar wood interior. Superb variation o...

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Early 20th Century Sri Lankan British Colonial Desk Accessories

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Sterling Silver Nephrite and Rose Quartz Inkstand
Antique Sterling Silver Nephrite and Rose Quartz Inkstand

Antique Sterling Silver Nephrite and Rose Quartz Inkstand

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique George V English sterling silver, nephrite and rose quartz inkstand; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional antique sterling silver gilt inkstand has a rectangular, cut cornered form. The cast silver gilt George V inkstand is embellished with four mythological creatures, each with a scaled body and the lower portion of a fish, in addition to an open jawed dragon style head and clawed legs. The ornamentation to the body includes two vacant circular cartouches in addition to two pellet designs, segmenting the creatures. The stand is further ornamented with an undulating leaf textured border to the rim, The surface of this exceptional example of antique silverware incorporates two applied C-shaped supports, composing a pen stand. This antique hallmarked silver inkstand is supported by four impressive cast feet accented with large scrolling terminals and tri-lobed sockets. The stand incorporates a central circular receiver which accommodates the original nephrite ink pot. This exceptional carved nephrite inkpot is fitted with a hallmarked sterling silver gilt lining and incorporates two hand pieces modelled in the form of mythical creatures grasping the aforementioned liner rim. The inkpot retains the original hallmarked push fit cover surmounted with an exceptional rose quartz finial realistically modelled in the form of a squirrel. This exceptional and unusual ink pot is fitted with a removable glass liner. This antique inkstand...

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1920s British Vintage Desk Accessories

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Sterling Silver

Calligraphy Box, XXth century
Calligraphy Box, XXth century

Calligraphy Box, XXth century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Calligraphy Box, XXth century. Calligraphy box with 2 brushes, dry ink, ink plate and small porcelain container with spoon in the original box. Dimensions : H: 4 cm, W: 17 cm, D: 1...

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20th Century Chinese Napoleon III Desk Accessories

Materials

Textile

Polished Geode Specimen Ash Tray or Desk Top Dish
Polished Geode Specimen Ash Tray or Desk Top Dish

Polished Geode Specimen Ash Tray or Desk Top Dish

Located in Ferndale, MI

Beautiful natural form polished Geode possibly rock crystal specimen bowl.

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Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Desk Accessories

Materials

Agate

Desk Top Puzzle in Plywood Box
Desk Top Puzzle in Plywood Box

Desk Top Puzzle in Plywood Box

$800Sale Price|33% Off

Desk Top Puzzle in Plywood Box

Located in Ferndale, MI

Geometric pieces of wood fitted together inside of laminate or plywood box.

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

Materials

Maple, Plywood

1970s Italian Ceramic Smoking Set: Blue Ashtray & Lighter
1970s Italian Ceramic Smoking Set: Blue Ashtray & Lighter

1970s Italian Ceramic Smoking Set: Blue Ashtray & Lighter

Located in Roma, IT

Smoking Set is a  decorative object realized in the 1970s. A ceramic blue colored smoking set composed by a lighter and an ashtray. Dimensions: Lighter: h.7.5 x 7 cm Ashtray: h. ...

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1970s European Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Ceramic

Erotical 19th Century Sculpture Box Of Woman Sitting On A Carved Basket In Wood
Erotical 19th Century Sculpture Box Of Woman Sitting On A Carved Basket In Wood

Erotical 19th Century Sculpture Box Of Woman Sitting On A Carved Basket In Wood

Located in Miami, FL

A 19th century erotical secret box. Extremely rare erotic sculpture from the 19th century, most probably created in France, circa 1870. This is a sculptural box depicting a woman sitting on a woven wood basket. The sculpture represents a small discrete treasure chest to keep jewels. It was masterfully crafted from pieces of cream and brown wood carvings and is fitted with a screwable part to reveal the interior. This is an outstanding object, unobtainable on the antique market and of high collecting. Other examples of these enigmatic boxes produced in the 19th Century. Gilded and patinated bronze, made in France during the 3rd Empire. Ca 1870 Weight: 192.2 Grams, (123.20 Dwt). Measurements: 150 mm by 63.5 mm by 89 mm (5.91 x 2.5 x 3.5 Inches). Condition: The overall condition of this sculpture is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to any part. This erotic box...

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1870s French High Victorian Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

Embossed silver inkwell with two tanks, ceramic cores & embossed feet
Embossed silver inkwell with two tanks, ceramic cores & embossed feet

Embossed silver inkwell with two tanks, ceramic cores & embossed feet

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Embossed silver inkwell with two tanks and two ceramic cores inside, pen holder, stamp holder and resting on four embossed feet. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand...

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19th Century European Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver

Decorative Italian Embroidery, Artisanal Decorative Object, 18th Century
Decorative Italian Embroidery, Artisanal Decorative Object, 18th Century

Decorative Italian Embroidery, Artisanal Decorative Object, 18th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Decorative Italian embroidery is an original artwork realized by Italian artisan in the 18th Century. Very precious doily realized in lace and cotton. Good conditions. A pre...

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18th Century Italian Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Fabric

American Art Nouveau Paperclip with Long-Tressed Nymph
American Art Nouveau Paperclip with Long-Tressed Nymph

American Art Nouveau Paperclip with Long-Tressed Nymph

By Graff, Washbourne & Dunn

Located in New York, NY

Art Nouveau sterling silver paper clip. Made by Graff, Washbourne & Dunn in New York, ca 1900. Long-tressed nymph emerges from the water with bosom concealed by waterlily pads. In re...

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Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Toast Kaen Palo Santo Holder, Micro Ceramic Finish on Wood by Monics+Vieira
Toast Kaen Palo Santo Holder, Micro Ceramic Finish on Wood by Monics+Vieira

Toast Kaen Palo Santo Holder, Micro Ceramic Finish on Wood by Monics+Vieira

Located in Geneve, CH

Toast Kaen Palo Santo Holder, Micro Ceramic Finish on Wood by Monics+Vieira. Dimensions: Ø 18 x H 4 cm. Materials: Micro-Ceramic Finish over Wood. Micro-Ceramic Finish: An ancient m...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Other

English Edwardian 1900s Silver Dressing Table Mirror, Hair and Clothes Brushes
English Edwardian 1900s Silver Dressing Table Mirror, Hair and Clothes Brushes

English Edwardian 1900s Silver Dressing Table Mirror, Hair and Clothes Brushes

Located in Atlanta, GA

An English Edwardian period dressing table hand mirror, hair and clothes brushes from the early 20th century with silver piqué décor of garlands and medallions. Born in England during the early years of the 20th century, this exquisite set of hand mirror and brushes...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Desk Accessories

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Silver

Small Twirling Bird Polished Wood Sculpture by Jakob Hermann for Warm Nordic
Small Twirling Bird Polished Wood Sculpture by Jakob Hermann for Warm Nordic

Small Twirling Bird Polished Wood Sculpture by Jakob Hermann for Warm Nordic

Located in Viby J, DK

Unique rotating wooden birds, created in the 1950s by the Danish furniture designer and true artist, Jacob Hermann and now being manufactured by Warm Nordic. The Danish-manufactured Twirling Birds...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

1970s Handcrafted Italian Travertine Desk Accessory: Pen & Card Holder
1970s Handcrafted Italian Travertine Desk Accessory: Pen & Card Holder

1970s Handcrafted Italian Travertine Desk Accessory: Pen & Card Holder

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

A minimalist desk accessory in honed natural travertine, handcrafted in Italy during the 1970s. Sculpted into a cylindrical form with carved ridges, this piece offers slots for both ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Desk Accessories

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Travertine

Miniature Ordinary Strange Creature Lustre Bowl By Daisy Makeig-Jones Wedgwood
Miniature Ordinary Strange Creature Lustre Bowl By Daisy Makeig-Jones Wedgwood

Miniature Ordinary Strange Creature Lustre Bowl By Daisy Makeig-Jones Wedgwood

By Daisy Makeig-Jones

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Fabulous gilded, a 'strange large eared creature' decorates the interior of this miniature bowl by Daisy Makeig-Jones for Wedgwood Miniature bone china lustre tea bowl gilded in fili...

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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Amber Murano Sommerso Glass Owl Sculpture, Italy, 1970s
Vintage Amber Murano Sommerso Glass Owl Sculpture, Italy, 1970s

Vintage Amber Murano Sommerso Glass Owl Sculpture, Italy, 1970s

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Vintage Amber Murano Sommerso Glass Owl Sculpture, Italy, 1970s A stunning vintage Murano glass owl sculpture, crafted from richly toned amber and smoked glass, Italy, circa 1970. Th...

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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Art Glass

Leather desk organiser
Leather desk organiser

Leather desk organiser

Located in MILL, NL

Desk organiser / Letter tray. Fully upholstered in green/brown leather with gold lettering. From France, early 20th century. Perfect for a classic office or desk Dimensions: 38L x...

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Early 20th Century French Desk Accessories

Materials

Leather

GUCCI Disney Donald Duck Paperweight
GUCCI Disney Donald Duck Paperweight

GUCCI Disney Donald Duck Paperweight

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Disney X Gucci Donald Duck glass paperweight / Made in Italy Original mark stamped underside, comes in original box Diameter: 4 inches, height 2 inches 1 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Desk Accessories

Materials

Glass

Polished White Jewel Box in Bird's-Eye Maple with Gold-Plated Hardware
Polished White Jewel Box in Bird's-Eye Maple with Gold-Plated Hardware

Polished White Jewel Box in Bird's-Eye Maple with Gold-Plated Hardware

By Agresti

Located in New York, NY

Shiny white bird's-eye maple shiny jewel box with 24-karat pink gold hardware. Necklace on the top and removable tray.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Gilded Wooden Frieze Paperweight, Baroque Style, France
Gilded Wooden Frieze Paperweight, Baroque Style, France

Gilded Wooden Frieze Paperweight, Baroque Style, France

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Small gilded wooden frieze, mounted on plexiglass. It looks like a wave, but it's a leaf: mounted on plexiglass. To be admired or used as a paper clip. ref. O/5559-5.

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Early 18th Century French Baroque Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Fruitwood

Mid-Late 19th Century Bronze and Red Granite Professor or Philosopher Sculpture
Mid-Late 19th Century Bronze and Red Granite Professor or Philosopher Sculpture

Mid-Late 19th Century Bronze and Red Granite Professor or Philosopher Sculpture

Located in Lisse, NL

A refined and highly decorative late 19th century bronze and red granite sculpture depicting a contemplative professor, scholar or philosopher, executed with strong academic characte...

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Late 19th Century Neoclassical Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Granite, Bronze

Pewter book stand Dated 1765
Pewter book stand Dated 1765

Pewter book stand Dated 1765

Located in Bakewell, GB

Dated 1765 a pewter book stand size 20cms high open 25cms x 30cms flat

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18th Century English Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Pewter

Pen"Limited Edition 007 James Bond", France by S. T. Dupont, 2004
Pen"Limited Edition 007 James Bond", France by S. T. Dupont, 2004

Pen"Limited Edition 007 James Bond", France by S. T. Dupont, 2004

By S.T. Dupont

Located in Rīga, LV

Pen "S.T. DuPont Paris Limited Edition 007 James Bond Fountain Pen", S. T. Dupont, France, 2004 Additional Information: Materials: Gold, metal, gold 18K (750*) Vintage Supplies...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal, Gold

1980s Plated Brass Bridge Bolts Bookends Paperweights Quirky Vintage Mid-Century
1980s Plated Brass Bridge Bolts Bookends Paperweights Quirky Vintage Mid-Century

1980s Plated Brass Bridge Bolts Bookends Paperweights Quirky Vintage Mid-Century

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Brass electroplated Bridge Bolts as bookends or office decor. Each about 5 lbs. and 3.5 wide by 4 inches high. Appropriated objects similar conceptually to the works of the Carl Aubo...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Daum France Crystal Owl Paperweight Sculpture, circa 1960
Daum France Crystal Owl Paperweight Sculpture, circa 1960

Daum France Crystal Owl Paperweight Sculpture, circa 1960

By Daum

Located in Atlanta, GA

Daum, France, created this adorable crystal owl figurine paperweight or ornamental sculpture by hand in the late 1960s. The sculpture features a lovely night owl with dimensional car...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Crystal

Wonderful French Large Oval Bronze Ormolu Garland Embossed Picture Frame
Wonderful French Large Oval Bronze Ormolu Garland Embossed Picture Frame

Wonderful French Large Oval Bronze Ormolu Garland Embossed Picture Frame

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful French large oval bronze ormolu garland embossed picture frame with easel back 18" H x 14" W.                 

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20th Century French Belle Époque Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Sterling Silver Paperweight / Model of Pig
Vintage Sterling Silver Paperweight / Model of Pig

Vintage Sterling Silver Paperweight / Model of Pig

By William Comyns & Sons 1

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage cast English sterling silver paperweight/model of a pig; part of our animal related silverware collection. This exceptional, fine and impressive vintage sterling silver pig ornament/paper weight has been realistically modelled in the form of a whimsical pig, sat waving. This cast silver ornament has been embellished with details reproducing the fine features of the pig's skin and anatomical features. This exceptional and comical model is fitted with a leatherette covering to the underside. This impressive example of vintage silverware...

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1990s English Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Miniature Mariposa Chair Desk Decoration by Cuero Design
Miniature Mariposa Chair Desk Decoration by Cuero Design

Miniature Mariposa Chair Desk Decoration by Cuero Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Miniature Mariposa Chair Desk Decoration by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 23 x W 23 x H 23 cm. Materials: Black leather and metal. Finish: Grass Green leat...

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2010s Swedish Post-Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

1970's Vintage French Lucite Column Desk Lamp By Romeo Paris, Copper and Gold
1970's Vintage French Lucite Column Desk Lamp By Romeo Paris, Copper and Gold

1970's Vintage French Lucite Column Desk Lamp By Romeo Paris, Copper and Gold

By Romeo Paris

Located in North Miami, FL

This amazing and stunning thick walled French vintage heavy lucite column lamp is attributed to the work of Romeo Paris. It has inclusions of floating copper and gold leaf elements in fractal form. It is tall, heavy and has separate lucite columns inside. This is a piece de resistance...

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1970s French Modern Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Copper, Gold Leaf

Antique Admiral Bust Pencil Holder in Patinated Metal
Antique Admiral Bust Pencil Holder in Patinated Metal

Antique Admiral Bust Pencil Holder in Patinated Metal

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A Toby Jug pencil holder fashioned in patinated metal as an admirals head. Made in England circa 1880-1920s. Strong and rich patina. No markings. Measurements: H: 11 cm, Diameter: ...

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Vintage Glass Ashtray, 1970s
Vintage Glass Ashtray, 1970s

Vintage Glass Ashtray, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage glass ashtray is an original decorative object realized in the 1970s. Good conditions.

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1970s Italian Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Cubist Pelican Paperweight Desk Sculpture by G.H. Laurent, France, 1925
Art Deco Cubist Pelican Paperweight Desk Sculpture by G.H. Laurent, France, 1925

Art Deco Cubist Pelican Paperweight Desk Sculpture by G.H. Laurent, France, 1925

By Georges H. Laurent

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Art Deco Cubist Pelican paperweight desk sculpture by G.H. Laurent, France, 1925. Art Deco cubist pelican figure mounted over a Italian marble. Dark Green original patina on the bird...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Cream Leather Desk Set by Longchamp
Cream Leather Desk Set by Longchamp

Cream Leather Desk Set by Longchamp

By Longchamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic 6-piece French leather desk set by Longchamp. All pieces wrapped in cream leather with incredible patina and character and accented with solid brass. Desk set includes: desk pad, mail holder, paper tray, picture frame, red ceramic ashtray...

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1960s French Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

1930s E. Gubelin Art Deco Desk Clock in the Asian Chinese Style
1930s E. Gubelin Art Deco Desk Clock in the Asian Chinese Style

1930s E. Gubelin Art Deco Desk Clock in the Asian Chinese Style

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: E. Gubelin, Lucerne Switzerland STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco, Desk Clock MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 8 Day, Lever Escapement DIAL / HANDS: Original, Fired Enamel, Polished St...

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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Desk Accessories

Materials

Precious Stone

A Brigantine Ship Model with Two-Masts on Stand from Sweden
A Brigantine Ship Model with Two-Masts on Stand from Sweden

A Brigantine Ship Model with Two-Masts on Stand from Sweden

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Swedish two-masted ship model. This Swedish wooden ketch (or brigantine) wooden ship model from the 19th century is raised on a stand. A closer look reveals the minutia in the deta...

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19th Century Swedish Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

Paperweights Italian Surrealist with Eyes in Acrylic
Paperweights Italian Surrealist with Eyes in Acrylic

Paperweights Italian Surrealist with Eyes in Acrylic

Located in London, GB

Surrealist paperweight sculptures have eyes screen printed on sharp cut acrylic shapes. The eyes reflect on the different angles and depending on your position they are visible or va...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Acrylic

Antique French Gilt Bronze Gold Letter Opener Orientalist Desk Accessory Senart
Antique French Gilt Bronze Gold Letter Opener Orientalist Desk Accessory Senart

Antique French Gilt Bronze Gold Letter Opener Orientalist Desk Accessory Senart

Located in Greven, DE

Antique French Gilt Bronze Gold Letter Opener Orientalist Desk Accessory L. Senart France Bronze c. 1900 Dimensions: H x W: 26cm x 4.5cm Crafted around 1900, this letter op...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century French Letter Holder in Palisander with Frieze Inlay
19th Century French Letter Holder in Palisander with Frieze Inlay

19th Century French Letter Holder in Palisander with Frieze Inlay

Located in Sofia, BG

Letter holder in palisander wood with freeze inlay made in late 19th century in France. Measures: 52/15/6 cm. France, circa 1890.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Palisander

Brass Box with Filigree
Brass Box with Filigree

Brass Box with Filigree

Located in Lyndhurst, NJ

Regency brass veneered letter box The brass veneered letter with delicate filigree accents throughout. The canted lid opening to reveal a mirrored underside and leather writing su...

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19th Century Antique Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

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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