Desk Accessories

French Empire Cast Iron Sphinx Paperweight, Early 19th Century A charming cast iron paperweight in the shape of a reclining sphinx, dating fr...

Vintage Italian Mid-Century porcelain sculpture of a leopard, mid-stride, with open mouth. Italian hand-painted glazed porcelain standing leopard. M...

Carl Auböck #7211 letter opener "Turned", Austria 2022.

A beautiful neoclassical grand tour souvenir of a specimen Marble ruler. It is comprised of 12 different marble or stone pieces in one inch segments. Quite a novel idea and no need f...

Vintage Italian metal umbrella stand, featuring a design of casa con colonne on the outer cover. The interior is green, and the top is accented with a brass rim, with original alumin...

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period bronze "Graduate" pattern desk letter holder rack with verdigris green patina By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New Y...

A fabulous Gucci 5 piece Desk set in a Crocodile or Allifgator grain leather or real skin. It was gifted by Frank Sinatra to his close friend and neighbor Daniel Schwartz of Rancho Mirage, a neighboring town of Palm Springs. It is marked on the inside DS Noel FS. It was purchased from the estate of Daniel and Natalie Schwartz. The desk pad has a new green paper blotter. The ink blotter has a new matching green paper. The set is in remarkably good condition. We have a similar set listed for sale on this site. This set dates from the 1970’s. It was featured in an ad in Architectural Digest from the period. The desk pad is approximately 19.25x15.25 inches. The leather is in good condition. There are numerous rough edge spots and minor marks throughout. The letter opener has some gold plate loss. Please see the detailed photos Provenance: Black leather pieces gifted by Frank Sinatra to Daniel Schwartz. Property from the Estate of Daniel and Natalie Schwartz, Rancho Mirage, California. Footnote: Frank Sinatra and Daniel (Danny) Schwartz first met in the early 1960s at Sinatra's Cal Neva Resort and Casino in Crystal Bay, Nevada, where they formed a close, decades long friendship. Schwartz and Sinatra were neighbors at the Tamarisk Country Club, Rancho Mirage and golfed together, spent evenings at Melvyn’s Restaurant, Palm Springs, attended weekly dinner parties with family and friends, enjoyed trips to Las Vegas for games of Baccarat and Sinatra’s performances. Schwartz and his wife, Natalie, hosted Sinatra’s appointment as Honorary Mayor of Cathedral City, California in 1971. Beyond their friendship, Schwartz and Sinatra shared numerous business ventures including thoroughbred ownership and philanthropic projects such as the Barbara Sinatra...

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown bright orange, yellow and sapphire blue Italian art glass snail figurine / sculpture. The piece is documented to the Gambaro & Poggi company. This...

A fabulous 1930s French bronze paper clip holder by renowned French sculptor, Max Le Verrier (1891-1973), a Pioneer within the Parisian Art Deco move...

Art Nouveau figural woman table lamp. This beautiful petite lamp is a classic piece of Art Nouveau design. The nude woman graces with elegant the fron...

An absolutely charming desk-top pen tray made from solid Italian silver (800/1000) in Venice by Rossi & Arcandi in the late 1960's. A wonderful subject, the tray is has the front wi...

Murano Multicolor Art Glass Paperweight unmarked, maker unknown, 1970's "Millefiori is a glasswork technique which produces distinctive decorative patterns on glassware. The term m...

The 7 cameos of historical figures, fitted with 3 quill holders, 2 inkwells and a pounce pot. The underside of the lid is framed with a circular gouache dep...

Vintage Gucci Italian Metal Bird Desk Ornament or Paperweight This charming desk accessory is a vintage piece of home décor or paperweight by the renowned Italian luxury house, Gucci...

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...

The shape of the inactive Tronador volcano reminded us of the pyramid shaped idea of our boxes that make up this collection. With a rectangular or square base, the box is a reflectio...

Vintage Postmodern chrome table lighter Kogen Japan Piezo, 1970s Postmodern vintage chrome table lighter. Removable lighter portion is marked Piezo on top and Kogen on bottom Vintage mid century modern 70s table lighter. Does not work. Great decorative collectible rare vintage table lighter...

This vintage red swivel desk organizer, designed by Rino Pirovano for Rexite in the mid-1970s, is a celebrated example of Italian design. Made of ABS plastic, it features four rotati...

Whimsical yet elegant, this “Acquario in vetro di Murano” aquarium paperweight by master glassmaker Cristian Tagliapietra is a joyful expression of Murano glass artistry. Entirely ha...

Beautiful, and rare, vintage Murano hand blown, iridescent shrimp aquarium paperweight sculpture. Documented to designer Alfredo Barbini, and it is signed "A. Barbini" underneath. Th...

19th century English brass resting dog double inkwell, the wells opening to the left and the right.

A decorative and rare minimalist Mid-Century letter opener from the 1960s, designed and handcrafted by the Werkstätte Carl Auböck workshop in Vienna. Handmade from a single piece of ...

Marble egg is an original decorative object realized in the mid-20th century. Made in Italy. The work is realized entirely in marble. The egg is re...

Refined Italian table lighter crafted in magnificent natural tiger’s eye and finished with elegant gilt 800 silver mounts. Produced in Milan during the 1950s and bearing the original...

Rare calendermeto travel clock designed by Movado. Beautiful and very rare calendermeto travel purse clock, created in Switzerland by the Movado Clock Factories, back in the 1948-1954. Crafted in stainless steel and leather with the purpose to use in desks, travels, in the pocket or a purse. Patented Ermeto winding device by means of the sliding case, with all original parts. The Movado Ermeto watch...

Classis pair of Carl Auböck bookend in a patina and polish brass mix.  

Along with paper, ink and inkstone, the brush is one of the Four Treasures of the scholar’s studio. Arguably the most important tool, the brush served as a direct link to the artist’...

Aesthetic Movement. An oak pipe rack with a Japanese-style brass fretwork backplate, and a tobacco draw with brass handle.

ABOUT An Army green steel and cast iron 6 blade Commandair oscillating fan with tilting head, three power settings, original brass label, original brass center plate and built in ha...

Wonderful Bronze bumble bee mounted on marble base by Gaston Lachaise.

Ventotene desk organizer, model 3054A in polished steel designed by Enzo Mari for Danese Milano in 1964. Good condition: this is a vintage item, not a brand new product. Signs of we...

Beautiful quality antique Victorian Papier-Mache Desk Set, having a quality Victorian papier-mache desk set inlaid with stunning mother of pearl detail with a shaped edge raised on f...

Modern LED Leaf Desk lamp designed by Yves Behar and made by Herman Miller. Organic shaped steel in Dove gray with adjustable LED Arm and rotates. Touch controls at the base turn th...

A metal magnifying glass with seashell handle, circa early to mid-20th century. Piece has a metal frame with what appears to be a 'Richer's amalda' seashell, a rare deepwater species...

Early 1950s - 1960s Austrian Walter Bosse Figurine An elegant early 1950s - 1960s figurine, crafted in Austria and exemplary of mid-century Austrian bronze design. The piece display...

Empire Inkwell on Circular Base Origin: France Material: Gilt bronze (Ormolu) Date: Circa 1800–1810 Dimensions: H × D: approx. 16 × 19 cm Description: Classical-style inkwell in t...

A mid-20th century hand-painted porcelain desk accessories set by Meissen Porzellan, a prominent German porcelain manufacture. Ming Dragon pattern in...

1980s Gorgeous Swatch twin phone 1st model in production called Candy. It's in excellent condition. It works perfectly. Memphis style. It was an icon for its amazing design. A true p...

Daum French Crystal Riviera Coupe Car. Highly detailed large glass depiction of a classic car with frosted tires and engine. Designed by Xavier F...

A French Lalique crystal female figurative sculpture piece, circa 1970's, France. A nude crystal female figure sculpture on black glass ba...

Style WMF Art Nouveau brass and copper flowerpot with levers and organic details Hand-hammered out of one piece of copper. Brass handles with Organic style details With original...

Paperweight/glass sulphide from the 1980s, made of clear glass with a vibrant green central inclusion topped by a drop- or bud-like shape. A unique decorative piece that catches bot...

Vintage oversized diamond solitaire engagement ring paperweight, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 4"W x 3.25"D x 2.25"H. A very cool and unique p...

Elegant minimalist chrome tiered pencil organizer by Phillippe Barbier, France, 1970s. Signed on the bottom as pictured.

The paper knife or letter opener was originally used for cutting open the pages of hand-produced books where the folding of the printed sheets creates some closed edges that require ...

Fountain pen made of solid silver, completely handcrafted and engraved with baroque volutes. The care with which this fountain pen was made denotes the experience and artistic hand ...

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze and slag glass "Pine Needle" pattern inkwell By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Century ...

Tiffany Studios bronze desk lamp with original iridescent shade, scrolled bulbous harp, and resting on circular fluted base with the original five bal...

Eye-catching pair of Murano Sommerso Dove Bird figures in pink and blue glass. Attributed to Archimede Seguso, Italy, 1960s Hanblown glass, Sommerso technique: One is made in pink g...

A very beautiful and substantial green Malachite decorative or jewelry box, circa late-20th century. This green Malachite box has a hexagon shape with a white onyx marble star with gold gilt detail on top lid. A great decorative piece or jewelry box (as demonstrated), to hold necklaces, rings, earring, cufflinks, etc., on a vanity, nightstand, dresser, desk, credenza, walk-in-closet, etc. Very good condition as shown in images. No chips noted. Dimensions: 3.38" Depth x 4" Width. Purple charoite box shown also available, search 1stDibs ref. #: LU1314228491742 Green malachite box with cameo, search ref. #: LU1314228492012 (SOLD) Small gold and malachite turtle...

Antique National Cash Register Co. Brass Cash Register, it is a very beautiful cash register, you can't find another better condition th...

Arman violins accumulations metal paperweight for Christofle, France, 1983.

Charming small oak tambour filing cabinet from the 1950s, ideal for storing mail, documents, administrative papers, office accessories, or every...

Antique Tiffany Studios New York gilt bronze pen tray/desk tidy. Neoclassical Taste. Maker's Stamp. Circa 1900. The tray has a lovely patina, commensurate with age and use. Showing ...

This is a beautiful Caithness glass paperweight named "Ascension", designed by Alastair Macintosh and dating to the last quarter of the 20th century. The paperweight has a cone, egg shaped form, having colours including blue swirl with orange net to the centre and medium bubble and smaller controlled bubbles, making a very distinctive design. The Caithness Glass Company began making paperweights circa 1962 Paul Ysart,Colin Terriss,Alistair Macintosh,Margot Thomson Inns Burn where some of Caithness makers designers of Caithness glass paperweights. The makers mark is etched to the base with CAITHNESS ASCENSION SCOTLAND and a scratched edition number alongside as per the images. This paperweight weighs about 500 gram. Caithness glass The company was founded in 1961 by Robin Sinclair and initially only made bowls, vases and drinking glasses. After Paul Ysart joined the company a year later, that paved the weigh for Paperweight production, with regular factory production starting in the late 1960s. In 1974 the first millefiori and lampwork paperweights...

Italian Artist Piero Dorazio Paper weight for Saint Louis France. Signed and Numbered: Saint Louis France 62/350 Dorazio

Exceptional beaded velvet picture frame with a wonderfully rich folk art / Arts & Crafts decor. For the collector of rare and finely handcrafted Arts & Crafts objects, this striking...

A really fun pop art "Coca Cola" / Coke bottle in lucite sculpture / paperweight, circa 1970s. The sculpture is in good vintage condition with minor markings and crazing due to age;...

Massive Art Nouveau Bronze Poseidon Inkwell, by Hans Müller Austrian, circa 1900. Behold the Art Nouveau Bronze Poseidon Inkwell, a masterpiece attributed to the skilled hands of Ha...

*Actually up to three pieces available* A beautiful card stand, made of polished brass, designed and executed in the 1950s by Carl Auböck, Austria. To be used for business cards, fol...