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Period: 20th Century
Antique Green Cut Uranium Glass Inkwell
Located in Vienna, AT
A stunning green inkwell with dore bronze setting. The inkwell has a amazing bright green color and it is made out of green uranium glass. When you illum...
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European Art Deco 20th Century Inkwells

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Uranium Glass

Vintage Montblanc Meisterstück 'Gold-Coated' 149 Fountain Pen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine German fountain pen. By Montblanc. In the Meisterstuck 149 pattern. The so-called 'gold-coated' model (ie gold plated) with a 14 karat yellow gold nib. Marked to the nib ...
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German 20th Century Inkwells

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Gold Plate

20th Century Italian Bronze Inkwell with Bull Heads and Putti Embracing Lion
Located in Milano, MI
From Italy an early 20th century bronze inkwell resting on a double circular marble base, in black marble and Italian Alpi green marble. The body of the inkwell has a tripod base with taurine legs decorated by alternating masks of putti, grapes and and bulls’ heads. The cover is surmounted by the figure of an angel embracing a lion. Garlands of flowers and human masks throughout the basement. The ink glass is missing. In good condition with a beautiful patina. Height 18.5 cm x diameter 13 cm A rare antique desk...
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Italian 20th Century Inkwells

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Marble, Bronze

Desk Set in Elegant Art Deco from 1930s
Located in Knivsta, SE
A very elegant desk set in art deco probably from 1930s or earlier. The desk set is made of patinated brass and consists of two parts. An ink stand with pen stand and a rocker blotter...
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European Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Inkwells

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Brass

Gilt Art Nouveau Portrait Casket Double Inkwell WMF (Attrib.)
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gilt Art Nouveau Portrait Casket Double Inkwell WMF (Attrib.) Germany, Circa 1900s Attributed to WMF” Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik A gilt Art Nouveau portrait casket double i...
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German Art Nouveau 20th Century Inkwells

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Metal

Early 20th Century Polished Brass Renaissance Style Inkwell
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
An antique ink stand, made of polished brass, completely in Renaissance style, with richly pieced scroll motifs. The inkwell has two removable ink we...
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French Renaissance Antique 20th Century Inkwells

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Brass

Antique Silverplated Fox-themed Inkwell by James Deakin & Sons, England
Located in Leesburg, VA
James Deakin & Sons Ltd. Sheffield, England; ca. 1897-1935 Silver plated copper and glass Approximate size: 11 (w) x 6 (h) x 6 (d) in. This lovely silver-plated inkwell features an...
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English Victorian 20th Century Inkwells

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Silver, Silver Plate, Copper

Art Nouveau Bat Inkwell by Unknown French Artist
Located in Chicago, US
Little is known about the origins of this amazing piece, apart from it being from France, circa 1900. Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its cost effectiveness, ...
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French Art Nouveau Antique 20th Century Inkwells

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Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Large Bronze Inkwell, Circa 1910
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period "Chinese" pattern gilt bronze inkwell By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 5"W x 5"D x 3.13"H. ...
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American Arts and Crafts 20th Century Inkwells

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Bronze

20th Century Marble French Art Deco Inkwell, 1930
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
French marble inkstand from the Art Deco era. Inkwell for antique dealers and collectors of excellent quality and difficult to find. Object built with different marble elements appli...
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French Art Deco 20th Century Inkwells

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Marble

Antique Black Forest Inkwell, Wood, 1920-1930
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful handmade Black Forest inkwell. Around 1920 / 1930. Depiction of a chamois. Wood with glass eyes.
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Vintage 20th Century Inkwells

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Glass, Wood, Nutwood, Walnut

Crystal Inkwells and Pen Trays Desk Set by Jacques Adnet and Baccarat, France
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th century Art Déco crystal desk set of inkwells and pen Trays by Jacques Adnet manufactured by Baccarat, France By: Jacques Adnet, Baccarat Material: glass, crystal Techniq...
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French Art Deco 20th Century Inkwells

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Crystal

Antique Inkwell Tatum’s Standard Crystal Well 3 Pen Quill Rests Hinged Lid
Located in San Diego, CA
Antique Ink Well Tatum’s Standard, crystal well, 3 pen quill rests, hinged lid. This piece is cast iron and crystal. It is a beauty!
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American Victorian 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Iron

Tiffany Studios Bronze Inkwell New York Bookmark Pattern
Located in Toledo, OH
Lovely bronze inkwell from Tiffany Studios in the New York Bookmark pattern. Beautifully detailed octagonal design with round lid. Marked Tiffany Studios 1094. 3" x 3" x 2 1/2" tall.
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American Art Deco 20th Century Inkwells

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Bronze

French Art Deco Marble and Bronze Ink Well
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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...
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French Art Deco 20th Century Inkwells

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Belgian Black Marble, Bronze

1920s Art Deco Black and White Marble and Metal French Inkwell
Located in Catania, Sicilia
This is a 1920s French Art Deco inkwell made from black and white marble with metal detailing. The centerpiece of the design is a metal sculpture of a leopard, showcasing sleek geome...
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French Art Deco 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Metal

English Equestrian Horseshoe Silver Plate & Oak Desktop Inkwell Inkstand c. 1900
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb antique English Edwardian silverplate and oak inkwell inkstand with a pen rest, circa 1900. This fine inkstand has the original lovely cut cr...
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English Edwardian Antique 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Rococo Style Heavy Bronze Inkwell
Located in Guaynabo, PR
Embossing & chasing techniques are highlighted in the Rococo motifs of this gilt bronze inkwell. The inkwells are shaped as garlic domes. The exaggerated rocaille shaped tray with la...
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Unknown Rococo Revival 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Black and White Glass Inkwell
Located in Wien, AT
Black and white glass ink well Brass nickel platend
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Austrian Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Egyptian Revival Sphinx Inkwell by Maitland Smith
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Maitland-Smith Egyptian Revival inkwell desk set featuring a tomb form stamp box with a sphinx mounted on either side. The front section has a recessed pen tray. The piece is made of...
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Egyptian Revival 20th Century Inkwells

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Marble, Brass

French Set of Champleve Enameled Small Inkwell and Letter Opener
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a small bronze champleve enamel set of an inkwell and letter opener. Both of them depicts colorful hand painted flowers, “C” scrolls and foliages. The resting plate of the in...
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French Classical Roman 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th-C. French Gilt Bronze And Malachite Desk Pen Inkwell / Inkstand
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early 20th century highly decorative French gilt bronze, malachite and faux malachite inkstand with dual inkwells. The base is a mix of faux malachite and malachite veneer...
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French Louis XVI 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Malachite, Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Bookmark Pattern Silver Gilt Bronze Inkwell
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period "Bookmark" pattern silver gilt bronze inkwell By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 3"W x 3"D x ...
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American Arts and Crafts 20th Century Inkwells

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Bronze

20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Inkstand, hHandicraft made in Italy
Located in VALENZA, IT
The inkwell, rectangular in shape, was completely handmade obtained from a silver plate and finely embossed and chiseled with scrolls and flowers, typical of the Italian Baroque of t...
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Italian Baroque 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau writing accessoire Carl Witzmann Wiener Werkstätte 1917
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
Writing accessoire with two inkwells, model no. 2216 - Mszas 2, Carl Witzmann, Wiener Werkstätte, 1917 Bib.: photograph preserved in the Wiener Werktätte photo archives at the Austr...
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Austrian Art Nouveau 20th Century Inkwells

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Silver

Hand-Carved Wooden and Glass Inkwell with Dog Figure, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautiful Black Forest style hand-carved linden wood inkwell with a realistic dog figure with glass eyes. The stand includes a designated rest for pens and accessories in the front, ...
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Swiss Black Forest Vintage 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Glass, Wood

Art Nouveau Brass Ink Blotter
Located in New York, NY
A brass Art Nouveau period ink blotter. Beautiful Art Nouveau details captured in blotters' handle. Use for its intended purpose or as a standalone piece decorative object on a desk,...
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European Art Nouveau 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Brass

French Empire Style Green Glass Inkwell with Gilt Mounts
Located in Nashville, TN
Second Empire green glass inkwell circa 1870 .rare color .Encased in gilt metal Empire styled mounts ,swans drinking from a fountain. The lid shows a woman with bust . The ovoid gree...
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French Empire Antique 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Glass

Blow glass and silver Art nouveau inkwell, depicting iris flowers, France 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
Art Nouveau writing desk inkwell, made of a blow glass with silver inserts, depicting iris flowers. France circa 1900.
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French 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Silver

1920 Rene Lalique Inkwell Mures Blackberries Opalescent Glass with blue Patina
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Inkwell "Mures" made in opalescent glass with blue patina by René Lalique in 1920. Engraved signature on the edge. Perfect condition. Very nice model. diameter: 16 cm Félix Marci...
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French Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Blown Glass

Art Nouveau Viper Lamp by Unknown French Artist
Located in Chicago, US
Little is known about the origins of this amazing lamp, apart from it being from France, circa 1900. Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its cost effectiveness, f...
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French Art Nouveau Antique 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Brass

George V Sterling Silver Gallery Inkstand
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver gallery inkstand; an addition to our ornamental office silverware collection This exceptional antique George V sterling silver gallery inkstand has a rectangular form. This inkstand is fitted with a hallmarked gallery, embellished with impressive panels of pierced angular diaper pattern decoration. The body of the sterling silver inkstand is ornamented with a gadroon decorated border to the rim. The internal frame of the Stand is divided into different sized compartments by pierced decorated dividers reflecting the same design to that of the body. The original hallmarked base has a sliding action which allows it to be removed for cleaning purposes. This antique sterling silver inkstand is supported by four impressive claw and ball feet. The two smaller internal compartments retain the original square glass ink bottles with chamfered edges. The ink bottles retain the original plain hallmarked silver cylindrical mounts fitted with hinged hallmarked covers. The flared rim of each circular cover is encircled with a gadroon style decorated border. Condition This antique inkstand...
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English Other 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Inkwell With Dachshund Sculpture, Brass, Early 20th Century
Located in Greven, DE
Wonderful inkwell made of heavy brass. Beautifully crafted and decorated with a dachshund figure. France, early 20th century.
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Unknown 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Bakelite Stamps Storage, circa 1930, Vintage Desk Utensils Box
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful stamps box or utensils box made from bakelite. Bakelite is the original form of the plastic used now. Very good condition. .
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Unknown 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Bakelite

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.
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French 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Erhard & Söhne Jugendstil Inkwell 1910 Austria
Located in Den Haag, NL
An early 20th century, Jugendstil period inkwell by Erhard und Sohne. Austria ca. 1910 .Burl wood with Brass inlay  .Beautiful crafted piece .
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Austrian Jugendstil Antique 20th Century Inkwells

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Brass

Exceptional Quality Egyptian Revival Puma Raised Bi-Metal Desk Stand
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional quality Art Nouveau Egyptian revival Continental brass and copper desk stand raised on four puma feet and dating from the early 20th Century. Probably French the heavi...
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French Art Nouveau 20th Century Inkwells

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Brass, Copper

Antique Art Nouveau Dachshund Ink Scraper in Cold-Painted Spelter
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Charming antique Art Nouveau ink scraper featuring a detailed dachshund figurine crafted in cold-painted spelter. This unique piece combines both functionality and decorative appeal,...
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Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage 20th Century Inkwells

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Spelter

Antique Sterling Silver Ink Stand by Mappin & Webb, 1916
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1916 by Mappin & Webb, this handsome, George V, antique sterling silver ink stand, features a cut glass body and ...
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English Vintage 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Inkstand, baroque revival
Located in VALENZA, IT
Faithful copy of the writing service by the silversmith Pietro Rubini, Milan c.1775 The inkstand is composed of a shaped tray supported by 4 rocailles feet, modeled along the entire profile by finely embossed and chiselled volutes, leaves and shells. Above the tray are two ink holders and two pen holders with spiral workmanship and highly embossed vegetable decorations. A bell in the center of the object rests on a FASTIGIO pierced with flowering vines. By Fiorentini, Argenterie di Milano - Italy for ARVAL ARGENTI VALENZA Italian silverware...
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Italian Baroque 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Studios Zodiac Gilt Bronze Inkwell No. 1072
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Tiffany Studios gilt bronze inkwell. In the Zodiac pattern. Model no. 1072. Simply iconic Tiffany design! Date: Early 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall goo...
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American Arts and Crafts 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

René Lalique Inkwell Nightlight Model with does Created in 1913
Located in NANTES, FR
Inkwell night light by René Lalique, in dark red pressed molded glass. Silvered bronze base. Electrified. 3 polished chips. Total height: 10 cm Width: 15cm Depth: 15cm Weight: 1,4 ...
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French Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Inkwells

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Bronze

Rare Andre Villien Paris Art Nouveau quality Bronze & Marble Desk Inkwell Stand
By André Villien
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning desk piece. This good size Art Nouveau ink-stand is signed by Andre Villien (see image 7). Villien was a French sculptor and decorator who work...
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French Art Nouveau 20th Century Inkwells

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Marble, Bronze

Antique French Faience Quimper Style Inkwell, circa 1900
Located in Pearland, TX
A charming antique French provincial faience Quimper style inkwell from the French province of Saint-Quay-Portrieux, circa 1900. Signed on reverse. Thi...
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French French Provincial Antique 20th Century Inkwells

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Ceramic, Faience

Art Deco Cut Crystal & Silver Plate Inkwell Signed Cross
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of historical elegance to your desk with this Art Deco Cut Crystal & Silver Plate Inkwell, signed by Cross, England, from the early 20th century. This exquisite inkwell e...
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English Aesthetic Movement Antique 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique English Edwardian Cut Crystal & Sterling Silver Inkwell, Circa 1900's
Located in New Orleans, LA
Fine antique English Edwardian Hallmarked cut crystal and sterling silver inkwell, Circa 1900's.
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English 20th Century Inkwells

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

1930s Art Deco Portoro Marble Italian Inkwell and Signature Pad
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Very precious Italian inkwell and signature pad with original paper. It's made with very rare portoro marble, particular for its black with brown and gold veins. Price is for the com...
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Italian Art Deco 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Marble

Jugenstile Bronze Fledermaus Inkwell
Located in Sharon, CT
Jugenstile cast bronze inkwell in the form of a bat (Fledermaus).
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German Jugendstil 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Cartier 'Must de Cartier' Crystal Gilt and Silver Mellon Inkwell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Cartier 'Must de Cartier' Crystal Gilt and Silver Mellon Inkwell France, Circa 1989 Cartier 'Must de Cartier' crystal gilt and silver mellon inkwell, made in France around 1989. This understated inkwell is a true representation of Cartier's renowned elegance and exquisite craftsmanship. The inkwell features a stunning crystal body with an opalescent lift top adorned with silver and gilt metal mounts, adding a luminous touch to the piece. The top lid is fully marked with numerous Cartier hallmarks, signifying its authenticity and origin from Cartier. The front of the melon-shaped crystal is elegantly enameled with the iconic Cartier logo in gilt enamel. Whether displayed on a writing desk or as a part of an exquisite collection, this Cartier inkwell...
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French Modern 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Crystal

Hand-Carved Wooden Inkwell Desk Set with Owl Figures, 1930s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautiful Black Forest style hand-carved wooden double inkwell with a majestic owl figure sitting on two books. The owl has glass eyes, and the Stand has a tray for pen and accessori...
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German Black Forest Vintage 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Metal

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Inkstand 272
Located in Hellerup, DK
A rare early and large Georg Jensen sterling silver Inkstand, design #272 by Johan Rohde in 1918. This exceptional piece features a rectangular raised base with a hand-chased scroll edge border of Nordic design. The set includes a pair of matching ink wells along with a third column well, designed to hold desk utensils. All three wells are fitted with hinged lids for both elegance and practicality. The inkstand also includes two opposing small square trays with removable lids, each adorned with a single floral bud motif. Completing the set is the original Georg Jensen sterling silver ink well pen...
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Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Chinoiserie Ormolu Carved Hardstone- Quartz Inkwell by Edward Farmer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Deco Chinoiserie Ormolu Carved Hardstone-Quartz Inkwell by Edward Farmer USA, circa 1925 This exquisite Art Deco Chinoiserie inkwell is attributed to the workshop of Edward Fa...
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American Art Deco 20th Century Inkwells

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Multi-gemstone, Ormolu

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 ...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Stone

Gilded Austrian Bronze Inkwell / Pen Rest, Signed Bergmann
Located in Bath, GB
A magnificent and grand late Victorian Austrian desk set, made from cast bronze, beautifully finished in gold. The cast Owl is a figural inkwell ...
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Austrian Edwardian Antique 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Hand-Carved Wooden Inkwell or Pen Stand with Owl Figure, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautiful Art Deco style hand-carved wooden inkwell or pen stand with a majestic owl figure with glass eyes. The stand features a tray for pens and accessories at the front. The head...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Metal

20th Century Stylized Brass Inkpot
Located in Opole, PL
We present you this contemporary inkpot stylized as Louis XV. Under the raisable lids, there are ceramic ink containers (one container is missing). Other than that, the item is i...
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Belgian 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Victorian Period Sterling Silver Footed Cherub-Motif Inkstand By William Comyns
Located in New York, NY
Outstanding, Victorian Period, sterling silver, footed inkstand with matching sterling silver-mounted crystal inkwell, London, year-hallmarked for 1901...
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British Victorian Antique 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

W.M.F inkwell art nouveau racing car
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
W.M.F inkwell art nouveau racing car Origin Germany Circa 1915 Excellent condition. It has all its original parts Electroplated metal Sealed on the back The car is a Mercedes Benz of...
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German Art Nouveau Vintage 20th Century Inkwells

Materials

Metal

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