Al Thani Collection, a Mughal Indian Square White Jade Inkwell Cover, circa 1800
Located in Long Island City, NY, NY
Al Thani collection, a Mughal Indian square white jade inkwell cover, circa 1800 Purchased from the Al Thani collection, Christies New York, Sal...
Jade
Antique Ottoman Turkish Brass Inkwell Qalamdan with Arabic Calligraphy Writing
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique 19th C. Ottoman Turkish Brass Inkwell Qalamdan with Arabic Calligraphy Writing.An antique 19th century brass decorated Islamic Turkish Qalamdan.An antique Turkish Brass...
Brass
c. 1850 Middle Eastern Islamic Brass Inkwell & Pen Case
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1850 Middle Eastern Islamic brass inkwell & pen case (Qalamden). Solid brass with cast parts. The case's sides are engraved with geometric designs. 9.5" x 2 1/8" x 1.5" h. Whi...
Brass
$1,008Sale Price|48% Off
19th century brass decorated Middle Eastern Inkwell Qalamdan
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A 19th century brass decorated Middle Eastern Qalamdan. The Qalamdan is in solid brass, decorated on all sides with middle eastern calligraphy. Comprising an inkwell and a pen compar...
Brass
Antique Anglo-Indian Carved Ebony Elephant Inkwell Desk Stand
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Anglo-Indian Carved Ebony Figural Elephant Inkwell Desk Stand. This is an antique Victorian colonial decorative desk ebony wood stand. Late 19...
Ebony
Japanese Calligraphy Set with a Red Lacquer Wooden Box 1990s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a calligraphy set with a wooden lacquer box. There is a pen, an indien ink, a porcelain pot for water and a stone base to make the ink. And ...
Stone
A Russian silver inkwell, jeweler: Johann Fredrik Akerblom, St. Petersburg 1836.
Located in Milan, IT
A Russian silver figured inkwell, jeweler: Johann Fredrik Akerblom, taster Mikhail Mikhailovich Karpinshií. Cylindrical inkwell raised on four feet with chiseled and knurled floral e...
Silver
Chinese Ink Box Crafted from Bronze with Character Engravings C. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A Chinese Ink Box crafted from bronze, with engraved Chinese characters from the early 20th century. This item may also be used to store a collection o...
Bronze
Chinese Archaic Style Bronze Rhinoceros Inkwell, 20th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese Archaic bronze rhinoceros inkwell, 20th century, combining sculptural animal modeling with a concealed ink receptacle. The rhinoceros stands foursquare, its substantial body ...
Bronze
Late 19th Century Porcelain Inkwell With Gilt Bronze Mount
Located in Greven, DE
Chinese Porcelain Desk Vessel with Gilt Bronze Mount Origin: China, made for the European export market Material: Porcelain, overglaze decoration, glass liner, gilt bronze Date: Lat...
Porcelain
Early 19th Century Russian Empire Malachite and Ormolu Inkstand Encrier Swans
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
A very fine Russian giltbronze mounted malachite veneered inkstand from the first quarter of the 19th century. Of rectangular form with an acanthus leave decorated border on round fe...
Malachite, Bronze
19th Century Islamic Brass Qalamdan Inkwell With Calligraphy, Persia/Turkey
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
19th Century Islamic Brass Qalamdan Inkwell with Calligraphy, Persia/Turkey A finely crafted 19th-century Islamic qalamdan (pen case with inkwell), executed in solid brass and richly...
Brass
Moorish Brass Qalamdan Inkwell with Engraved Arabic Calligraphy
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
A 19th century brass decorated Islamic Moorish Qalamdan. The Qalamdan is in solid brass, decorated on all sides with Arabic calligraphy writing. It consists of an inkwell and a pen...
Brass
Antique Japanese Hirado Porcelain Ink Pot Well Scholar Table, 19th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely and very detailed piece. Rare. Similar pieces are pictured in "Louis Lawrence : Hirado Prince of Porcelains. Lid not original. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & ...
Porcelain
Rare Chinese opium smoking tray in Cloisonné Bronze with Black Enamel
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Rare Chinese opium smoking tray in cloisonné bronze with black enamel. Divided into three compartments plus the wick deposit. 19th century.
Bronze, Enamel
Antique Chinese Qing Blue & White Round Porcelain Ink Seal Paste Box 5"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Chinese Qing blue and white round paste box featuring a mountain landscape scene with pagoda and fisherman. Dimensions: 5" x 2" (D x H)
Porcelain
Chinese Enamel and Jade Inkwell with Pen, 19th/20th C. Ric#JD014
Located in Norton, MA
19th/20th century Chinese enamel and jade, inkwell with pen. Stone carved and pierced. Pen 7.5 in length.
Gold Plate, Silver
Pair of Chinese Ink Boxes crafted from Bronze with Character Engravings, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A pair of Chinese ink boxes crafted from bronze, with engraved Chinese characters from the early 20th century. These items may also be used to store a ...
Bronze
Antique Turkish Etched Brass Qalamdan Inkwell and Pen Case, 1850
Located in Stamford, CT
Exceptional Turkish etched brass Qalamdan, a traveling scribe's inkwell and pen case. The beautiful dome topped inkwell is rare, it is attached by chain to th...
Brass
Antique Chinese Japanese Bronze Inkwell Male Bust Pair French Ormolu Desk Set
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Very stylish patinated bronze desk inkwell modelled as a bust of a Chinese or Japanese figure wearing a straw hat, together with a pair French or...
Ormolu, Bronze
Antique Chinese Japanese Bronze Inkwell Male Bust Pair French Ormolu Desk Set
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Very stylish patinated bronze desk inkwell modelled as a bust of a Chinese or Japanese figure wearing a straw hat, together with a pair French ormolu Inkwells. Both items are late 19...
Ormolu, Bronze
Islamic Ottoman Inkwell and Feather Set Made From Brass and Papier Maché
Located in Vienna, AT
In this ad you get the chance to buy a unique historical object. It is an old Ottoman inkwell made from brass with typical ornaments and little turquoi...
Brass
$271Sale Price|20% Off
Small Antique Calligrapher's Quill Pot, Chinese, Soapstone, Carved, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique calligrapher's quill pot. A Chinese, rouge soapstone carved pen holder, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Intricate pierced detail accentuates...
Soapstone
Polished Brass Islamic Moorish Style Desk Inkwells Set
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Early 20th century desk set, rare and great quality Mamluk Cairoware style, silver and copper inlaid brush and inkwell holder and ink blotter rocker, features a wood base with ornate...
Brass
$600Sale Price|20% Off
Moorish Brass Inkwell Qalamdan, Hand-Crafted, 19th Century, Asia
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
A 19th century Middle Eastern, Asian brass decorated Islamic Moorish Qalamdan. The Qalamdan is an inkwell in solid brass. It consists of an inkwell and a pen compartment of typical tubular form with an interior cavity to store a reed pen. Attached to the body is an inkwell with engraved designs with a shell style cover. The piece measures 9 1/2" inches long x 2" inches high x 2" inches deep. Great brass decorative Islamic Metal...
Brass
Chinese Flora and Fauna Inkstone, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
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...
Stone
Chinese Art Deco Enameled Bronze Inkwell w/ Bird and Flower Motif, ca. 1920
Located in New York, NY
Chinese Art Deco Enameled Bronze Inkwell w/ Bird and Flower Motif ca. 1920 Dimensions: Height: 2.5 inches. Width: 6.75 inches. Depth: 3.5 inches.
Brass
$511Sale Price / set|50% Off
Two stamps and an inkwell with cinnabar.
Located in Porto, PT
Two stamps and inkwell with cinnabar. Chinese; Republican period (1912-1949) in original box. Dimensions: (box) 4x14x7 cm
Resin
Fine Early 19th Century Empire Russian Inkstand, St. Petersburg, circa 1810
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
A fine Russian Empire gilt- and patinated bronze desk top inkstand, St. Petersburg, circa 1810. Rectangular shaped base raised on four turned fee...
Bronze
Antique Turkish Etched Brass Qalamdan Inkwell and Pen Case, 1850
Located in Stamford, CT
Exceptional Turkish etched brass Qalamdan, a traveling scribe's inkwell and pen case. The beautiful dome topped inkwell is rare, it is attached by chain to th...
Brass
$556Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.5 in W 7.5 in D 7 in
Antique French Faience Quimper Inkwell Pen Tray, circa 1900
By Henriot Quimper
Located in Pearland, TX
A charming antique French faience Quimper double inkwell and pen tray desk set, circa 1900. This gorgeous inkwell is hand painted with a traditional Breton man surrounded by bagpipes...
Faience
19th Century Baccarat Inkwell
Located in Tampa, FL
A Baccarat crystal inkwell with decorated bronze. Circa 19th century, France. The interior is two inches deep and the opening is one inch wide.
Crystal
Sterling Silver Mounted Inkwell, Circa 1920
Located in High Point, NC
Sterling mounted horse hoof inkwell marked by the maker C & Co. from Chester, and date marked 1920. Great piece for display on a shelf or desk.
Sterling Silver
Japanese Shōwa Lacquered Gold Maki‑E Calligraphy Chest
Located in Norwich, England
Beautiful vintage Japanese Shōwa lacquered & gold Suzuribako calligraphy chest. Circa early-mid 20th century. The chest with four drawers having a gold maki‑e cloud and landscape sc...
Metal, Gold Leaf
$90 / item
H 5.32 in W 0.32 in D 0.32 in
Vintage Osama Pen, Metal, Italian Design, Original Box, 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Osama Pen. With its original box. Excellent condition.
Metal
$423Sale Price|30% Off
H 3.55 in W 10.24 in D 7.88 in
Antique French Brass Double Inkwell with Foliage Decoration
Located in Sofia, BG
Double inkwell made in brass with detailed and very beautiful foliage decoration. France, circa 1900.
Brass
$3,699 / set
H 6.5 in W 15.95 in D 9.57 in
Antique Brass-Mounted Hardwood Writing Slope with Secret Compartments
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A handsome antique portable writing slope crafted in richly figured hardwood and finished with decorative brass mounts, stringing and escutcheons. The exterior has a warm, polished s...
Brass
Antique English Novelty Equestrian Inkwell, Horse, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
This is only the second time in many years of being in the antiques business that I have come across this wonderful figural equestrian inkwell. B...
Brass
$327Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.32 in W 11.03 in D 8.08 in
19th Century Anglo Indian Vizagapatam Carved Sandalwood Box Micro Mosaic Inlays
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely 19th century Anglo-Indian Vizagapatam carved sandalwood and inlaid box Mid-19th century Anglo-Indian Vizagapatam carved sandalwood box...
Wood
Pens - Dupont Case
Located in Porto, PT
Pens - Dupont Case. French; 20th century, comprising a ballpoint pen and a fountain pen in 18kt gold and a lighter; in garnet-colored Chinese lacquer; with a seal and card of the Emi...
Gold
$1,185 / set
H 7.01 in W 2.37 in D 1.07 in
Cartier 18ct Gold Plated & Red Lacquered Ballpoint With Red Cartier Box
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Cartier 18ct Gold Plated & Red Lacquered Ballpoint With Red Cartier Box Stunning Example of a Must De Cartier ballpoint pen, featuring the classic trinity rings and an enamel id...
Gold Plate
Inkwell-Pairpoint Glass with Controlled Bubble Pattern and Sterling Cover
By Pairpoint Glassworks
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pairpoint Glass Company ball shaped inkwell with the controlled bubble pattern that became synonymous with the company. The glass was blown around a molded form to create a receptacl...
Sterling Silver
$595
H 1.75 in W 13.5 in D 9 in
Cartier Paris Luxury Stationery Set, Red Dragons Design, France, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Cartier Paris Luxury Stationery Set in Original Red Presentation Box, limited edition. An authentic Cartier Paris luxury stationery set presented in its iconic signature red textured presentation box with elegant gold Cartier script on the interior flaps. Beautifully crafted to the exceptional standards of the renowned French luxury house, this refined correspondence set embodies Cartier's timeless sophistication and attention to detail. The set includes premium heavyweight white note cards with matching fine-quality envelopes. Each notelet features a subtle textured finish and is elegantly embellished with a finely printed red dual-crested Cartier motif, creating a distinguished and understated presentation suitable for personal correspondence, invitations, or special occasions. Housed in a beautifully designed triptych-style folding case, the stationery is both practical and highly collectible, making it an elegant desk accessory or a thoughtful gift for collectors of Cartier and luxury writing accessories. Cartier Card and Envelope Set with the Iconic Red Chinese Dragons Jewelry...
Paper
Hand Painted Middle Eastern Qajar Style Picture Photo Album
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Middle Eastern Qajar early 1900s Persian style picture photo album, with hand painted miniature on the cover. Middle Eastern scrapbook is hand painted with 22-karat gold, wi...
Paper
Vintage Japanese Cast Iron Persimmon Suiteki Water Dropper
Located in Fairfield, CA
A vintage cast iron Japanese suiteki water dropper in the shape of a persimmon. Traditionally used for calligraphy or ink painting. Made in Japan, original sticker attached.
Metal
Vintage Japanese Cast Iron Gourd Suiteki Water Dropper
Located in Fairfield, CA
A vintage cast iron suiteki water dropper in the shape of a gourd. Traditionally used for calligraphy or ink painting. Made in Japan, original sticker attached.
Metal
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H 2.56 in W 2.96 in D 2.96 in
Small Antique Calligraphy Ink Pot , Japanese, Meiji, Bronze Inkwell, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique calligraphy ink pot. A Japanese, bronze inkwell from the Meiji period, dating to the late Victorian era, circa 1900. A charming, tactile piece for the artistic writer, with a rich patina and refined craftsmanship. Strikingly patinated bronze, displaying deep, characterful tonality throughout Attractive verdigris ageing lends a distinctive artistic and historical charm Knurled detail encircles the body, catching the light with elegant texture Compact and tactile in form, ideal for use upon a writing desk or as a collector’s piece Evocative of traditional Japanese artistry, merging beauty and practicality Good weight in the hand at 571g (1.25 lb), lending itself to use as a distinctive paperweight A superbly atmospheric example of Meiji period bronze craftsmanship, this antique ink pot...
Bronze
Golden Inkstone Soap Dish
Located in Chicago, IL
A fixture of the Chinese scholars' studio, the inkstone was among the "Four Treasures of the Study" and was used in calligraphy and landscape painting along with paper, ink and brush...
Stone
Red Inkstone Soap Dish
Located in Chicago, IL
A fixture of the Chinese scholars' studio, the inkstone was among the "Four Treasures of the Study" and was used in calligraphy and landscape painting along with paper, ink and brush...
Stone
Silver Inkwell For Czar Nicholas
By Grachev Brothers
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite inkwell by the legendary Grachev Brothers was made for Czar Nicholas of Russia. Featuring intricately cut glass in a star pattern, the inkwell rests upon an exquisite ...
Silver
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H 4.375 in W 8.375 in D 4.5 in
Edward Farmer Chinese Carved Jade & Agate Dragon Inkwell W/ Gold Gilt Filigree
By Edward Farmer
Located in Atlanta, GA
Edward Farmer Chinese Carved Jade & Agate Dragon Inkwell W/ Gold Gilt Filigree. Edward I. Farmer (1872-1942) was a well-known art dealer in New York City with over twenty-nine years of experience in the field. His galleries at 5 West Fifty-Sixth Street and 16 East Fifty-Sixth Street offered a wide variety of Chinese works of art as well as European antiques. With an interest and flair for both Eastern and Western antiques...
Agate, Jade, Metal, Bronze
Fabergé Silver and Cut Glass Inkwell
By Fabergé
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite inkwell by the legendary Fabergé exudes a bygone luxury. Comprised of intricately cut glass in a star pattern, the inkwell rests upon a silver base cast with dramatic masks among foliate festoons and ribbons. Its refined, neoclassical design is completed by a silver lid with a finial in the form of a laurel wreath. Fine silver from the House of Fabergé is indeed difficult to acquire, since most of the firm’s works, including the court and presentation pieces created for the Czar, were melted down to mint silver ingots...
Silver
Antique Malachite Desk Set Inkwell 19th Century 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A superb quality Russian malachite mounted desk set, 19th century, comprising an inkwell and Stand and a fountain pen. The bulbous cut glass inkwell with a domed malachite mounte...
Malachite, Ormolu
Very Large Ink Stone, China, Early 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Very large ink stone used to prepare ink, probably for very large brushes for calligraphy. Decorated with two Fô dogs. China, early 19th century Measures:...
Stone
Inkstone with a House under a Pine Tree
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Inkstone with a house under a pine tree, China, 20th century. Measures: H: 2 cm, W: 20.5 cm, D: 14.2 cm.
Stone
Bear Inkwell and Fountain Pen Holder, Russia, 1880
Located in Milan, IT
Inkwell and fountain pens holder, silver and gold gilt bronze sculpture of a dressed bear, pushing a wheelbarrow, over a Belgian black marble base....
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
Inkwell Representing a Bear, Russia, 1880
Located in Milan, IT
Inkwell gold guild bronze sculpture depicting a bear that is leaning on a tree trunk. Russia, 1880 ca.
Bronze
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H 4.73 in W 9.06 in D 5.52 in
Antique Russian Gilt Bronze Rock Crystal Sleigh Sculpture Inkwell, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This exceptional Russian ormolu and rock crystal encrier inkwell dates from circa 1840. The omolu inkwell is modelled as an overflowing barrel on a sled. The pan cover lifts off u...
Crystal, Ormolu
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H 8.27 in W 11.82 in D 9.45 in
20th Century Russian Silver-Mounted on Green Marble Inkstand, circa 1900
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early 20th century Imperial Russian Monumental silver mounted on colt green marble inkstand. Of rectangular shape, vibrant green marble body mounted with a seating battle wea...
Marble, Silver