Stone Inkwells

Cast in great detail in bronze in the neo-Gothic style, the top lifting to reveal three round openings, lacking glass inkwells, resting on a marble plinth base, raised on cast bronze...

Unusual, sterling silver and black onyx-mounted hinged crystal inkwell, American, circa 1920s-1930s. 12-sided, faceted, clear crystal lid is mounted by a 12-sided piece of black onyx...

Early twentieth century silvered bronze inkwell in the form of a caparisoned elephant in mid-stride with trunk raised, the blanket opening to reveal double inkwells. Standing on a wh...

This exquisite 19th-century French inkwell is a striking example of fine craftsmanship, blending luxurious marble and ornate gilt bronze detailing. The substantial marble base, with its rich veining and stepped edges, provides an elegant foundation for the decorative elements above. At the center stands a finely cast gilt bronze rooster, a symbol of strength and vigilance in French heritage, mounted on a polished Sienna marble pedestal. Flanking the sculpture are two inkwells, intricately adorned with gilt bronze wreaths and inset hardstone cameos, evoking a sense of classical refinement. Each inkwell features a hinged lid, revealing the original ink reservoirs inside. This French desk accessory...

A late Victorian wood and bronze double inkstand with a molded ogival base and two carved quill rests. Shipping & Location This item is located in Buenos Aires, Argentina. We offer...

Dimensions - H: 7 3/4 in W: 8 1/2 in D: 8 1/2 in A superb example of late 19th century French craftsmanship, this French Louis XVI Style Bronze Ormolu and Rouge Marble Inkwell by ...

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French Art Deco marble inkwell with bronze details and well atop. The size and wonderful art deco detail make for this piece a complement to ma...

White marble inkwell in the shape of a capital frieze, souvenir of the Grand Tour, Roman workshop, late 18th century. Our inkwell is inspired by the friezes on the colonnades of the ...

This charming encrier, or inkwell, is made from silvered brass and gilt bronze. A central gilded figure holding a shepherd’s crook stands on top of a hexagonal pedestal with supporti...

An ormolu and marble inkwell, 19th century, Napoleon III period. A Louis XVI style inkwell, 19th century, Napoleon III period in marble and ormolu depicting a putto. Dimensions : H...

Art Deco table set from inter-war Scandinavia. Black stone and refined plated metalwork.

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An elegant French Art Nouveau inkwell signed Louchet, Paris, combining finely cast gilt bronze with a richly patterned green marble base. Created around the turn of the 20th century,...

French Victorian green marble double inkwell with bronze trim and centered figure of tiger.

Our client's large antique (19th century) French inkwell in the Empire style features vessel lids depicting the emperor Napoleon and his queen and is centered by a finely modeled and...

English Georgian-style (19th Century) oval shaped silver plate inkwell with crystal well on 4 legs.

Large and heavy crystal inkwell 5x3

Bronze desktop inkwell with pen holder, depicting the head of a dachshund. The sculpture rests on a curved base in red Verona marble, which also houses the brass ink container. Signe...

France Office writing or inkwell of golden bronze and green marble, Siglo XIX, Period of Napoleon III alto: 16cm, ancho: 49 cm, fondo: 26 cm Spectacular tintero in dark green marmol...

Exceptional Antique French green marble and gold bronze 4 piece inkwell desk set, circa 1875-1885. Includes: Inkwell: 11W x 8L x 4.75H Paperweight (Left): 3W x 5.25L x 3.5H Rolli...

Wonderful antique English sterling silver and cut crystal watch-clock inkwell, Circa 1910.

Antique English brass and crystal inkwell with small horns and brass boar head. Diameter for bottle: 2.38".

Antique English cut crystal and sterling silver inkwell signed by silversmith "Samuel Jacob" of London, circa 1895.

French Victorian round crystal inkwell with silver and enamel cornucopia top (signed TIFFANY) *as is

This antique desk set is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from the United States and date to approximately 1920 and done in the period Art De...

An Encrier set with richly-veined Verde Antico marble base mounted with pair gilt-bronze inkwells flanked on either side of a Napolean bust. The marble base with pen tray rest on sh...

This is a stunning, large, antique French marble and gilt bronze double inkwell. The inkwells’ lids are hinged to the wells and have motifs of swirling leaves with berries culminatin...

A red Verona marble inkwell with a central, extremely refined, lost-wax bronze sculpture in the Neoclassical Grand Tour style, depicting the head of Antinous depicted as Dionysus in ...

ROCOCO ORMOLU-MOUNTED MALACHITE VENEERED ENCRIER Circa 1880 unmarked of exceedingly fine quality Item # 404XKP19B An exceedingly fine malachite veneered encrier (inkwell), it feat...

Modern style sterling silver inkwell. The inkwell was made from a raw sheet of 925 silver and hand-shaped to form a slightly rounded rectangle. A double-line border was soldered on t...

Antique Italian green marble and 'lava cameo' inkstand Italian, 19th century Measures: Height 10cm, diameter 14cm This charming inkstand is crafted from green marble and gilt metal....

Scholarly pursuits such as painting, calligraphy, and poetry were a highly respected and revered subculture in ancient China, and demanded their own set of tools that were not only f...

English Victorian bronze double inkwell on oak base with jockey and horse motif and crystal wells.  

A doré bronze and marble inkwell. It is French in the Empire style. Compartments have their little glass containers for ink and are all original.

Marocain stone inkwell The sculpture represents a horseshoe surrounded by branches of leaves The words "Souvenir oranais" are wroten in French on ...

Silver and cut crystal inkwell from Morning Star ship made by Samuel Jacob. Silver part has a full set of London Hallmarks for 1896. 13.5 Diameter 6.5 High

The base is composed of variegated green marble with a pen tray, ormolu trim and patarae motif. The ormolu well with lid is beautifully decorated with laurel wreath garland surround...

This French carved marble and gilded bronze inkwell and candlestand, circa 1830 is carved from sienna marble. The large block is set with a tray well in front and then the cast bronze sarcophagus shaped inkwell is set up on animal paw feet. Cast with 4 holes to rest the quills or pens two wells for ink and a candlestand in the center. The bronze is well cast and has the more expensive attribute of matte and burnished elements giving an extra rich quality to the objects visual drama. Condition Disclosure: While we do our best to carefully inspect and give a full report on the condition of any item we sell, pointing out any repairs or alterations that may have been done to the best of our knowledge, as is the case with any antique and vintage item, there is a possibility that at some point in the life of the piece that there may have been damaged which has been professionally repaired and as such a repair undetectable it is therefore impossible for us to disclose... we recommend that you also read and agree to the 1st dibs user agreement...

Memorial Marble Inkwell from the Early 20th Century A marble inkwell with a recess for a pen, adorned with a metal miniature of St. Peter's Basilica and an inkwell container. The marble bears...

Fine First Empire-era French inkwell in the shape of a ship, early 19th century. The inkwell depicts two dolphins with twisted tails holding a shell, inside which are concealed the ...

English Victorian bronze inkwell with 2 crystal wells with finial tops and side handles on 4 scroll legs.  

Crystal Inkwell with stopper is a beautiful decorative object. The Inkwell is hexagonal and it is in good condition. Light oxidation at the base of the stopper.

This antique desk set has no maker's signature, but is presumed to have originated from England and date to approximately 1890 and done in the period ...

French Victorian Boulle-style square tortoise shell and brass inlaid inkwell with crystal well.

A pair of Italian marble ink wells with covered well and brass handle. Beautiful contrasting black, white, and red marbles make up the body and lid of...

Stately antique brass bronze inkwell around 1880 Solid brass bronze inkwell with lid. Original glass insert. Inkwell with paw feet standing on...

English Victorian bronze inkwell with crystal horseshoe cap and square white onyx base.

This fine quality inkwell was produced in France and dates to circa 1870. It is made from figured Carrara marble, which has been turned to produce the foot and body with gilt bronze ...

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 ...

WWI British Military MkIV tank, circa 1918 Marble and bronze desk inkstand. High details. Pen not included. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage...

Antique French Gold Bronze and Green Marble Inkwell Signed "A. Marionnet," Circa 1890.

Marble and gilt bronze inkwell from the 19th century, Napoleon III period. Napoleon III period gilt bronze and marble inkwell decorated with imperial eagles, with porcelain interior...

This sterling silver inkwell conjures memories of a time when letter writing was an art and people waited for letters from loved ones with anticipation....

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...

Incredible and big CANOVA inkwell in italian old bronze with marble base circa 1850.

A gray marble circular inkwell with marble stopper.

Italian Empire Bronze Sienna Marble Ink Well. Unique piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.

19th century bronze and crystal prob. Baccarat with very heavy double inkwells.

Elevate your workspace with the Crystal Pen Tray, a modern and sophisticated pen holder for desk organization that combines the brilliance of clear crystal with polished brass accents. Minimalist yet distinctive, this tray is designed to reflect your refined taste while keeping your essentials stylishly organized. Measuring 11’’ wide, 4.25’’ deep, and 1.25’’ high, and weighing 4 lbs, this crystal pen holder for desk is compact yet substantial, offering durability and timeless elegance. The universal grooves are carefully designed to fit pens and pencils of all sizes, while the extendable brass tray slides out to provide extra space for storing paper clips, pins, or other desk accessories. This luxury pen tray holder is not just functional—it is also a decorative piece of crystal desk décor, making it an ideal choice for executive offices, home workstations, or as a stylish gift. Pair it with the matching crystal and brass business card holder...