Gilt Desk Accessories

A good quality late 19th century French gilded Ormolu Gran Tour influenced gilded Ormolu ink well, having classing motifs and Roman Centurion bust embo...

This exquisite Russian desk set features glittering rose diamonds and silver gilt. The set comprises a stamp, two inkwells, a letter holder and a picture frame, which all sit on a St...

Mother of pearl and Ormolu watch holder and inkwell. The center of the piece is decorated with an angel who is standing on a pedestal that rests in a semi...

Exquisite Bizantine French 19th century Empire Napoleon III gilded bronze inkwell. This handcrafted antique desk accessory bears the makers mar...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Shreve and Company San Francisco STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Glass, Gilt and Nickel MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 15 Jewels DIA...

Writing Set France, circa 1850 Bronze with black patina and partial gilding, depicting the goddess Psyche; height 33 cm, width 30 cm, depth 15.5 cm On a austere, rectangular, dark...

Chased and gilded bronze inkwell on a canted base with a frieze of interlacings centered on rosettes. Leobelisk model, topped by a seeded fruit. It features two covered cups decorate...

Art Deco Edouard Marcel Sandoz gilt bronze lapin rabbit, signed on the base Ed. M. Sandoz and Susse Freres Paris. Mounted over a Portoro Italian marble base. We have specialized in ...

A beautiful antique French bronze letter opener dating to the 1910s or earlier, crafted by an unknown sculptor. This beautiful Art Nouveau ...

Inkwell in agate set in a vermeil mount. The agate cut is closed by a finely chiseled lid of foliage patterns and whose grip is adorned with a head of putti. The handle, which is dec...

Empire Inkwell in Mahogany and Ebonized Walnut with Gilt Bronze Mounts, circa 1820 A rare and finely crafted Empire inkwell, dating from around the 1820s. Made of richly grained ma...

Brass Figural Letter Opener, Bakota Style, Gabon, 20th Century This striking brass letter opener is crafted in the Bakota style of Gabon, Central Africa. The piece displays elegant ...

A beautiful antique French bronze letter opener dating to the 1900s or earlier, crafted by an unknown sculptor. This beautiful Art Nouveau ...

French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, Feather and Pinecone Motif, 1890s to early 1900s A wonderful and original French Art Nouveau...

Beautiful Inkstand in leather in the shape of a heart for your love letters. Made in France during the late 19th Century. Richly decorated with gilded leather and brass. Wear consi...

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 stunning and rare French mid-19th century encier in Louis Revival taste with Moorish Arabesque influence. Handcrafted in Champlevé enameled gilt bronze with ornate and colorful blue, pink, red, green and white enameling over the heavily shaped and scalloped base, that borders the stunning Severes style (I have not removed it to check for a makers mark) enameled porcelain tray scene of frolicking putti. The stunning enameling continues on the raised inkwell body and hinged lid with finial. Opposite, two raised balls act as a pen rest, the inkstand raising on four ball feet. Similar to French cloisonne, each champlevé design is a one-of-a-kind work of art. A beautiful warm verdigris patina adds to its character and charm. This wonderful antique objet...

Exceptional French gilt bronze double inkwell desk stand signed A. Hiolle, dating to the Belle Époque period, circa 1800's. Elegantly sculpted with flowing naturalistic lines and abu...

An Ensemble de Bureau in the Louis XVI Taste Constructed using gilt bronze, and 'Sevres' style porcelain having 'Bleu de Roi' borders, and hand p...

Beautiful antique inkwell with Cloisonné-Enamel, France circa 1880. Stamped at the bottom "M B 5 9".

A magnificent and grand late Victorian Austrian desk set, made from cast bronze, beautifully finished in gold. The cast Owl is a figural inkwell ...

Patinated and gilded bronze inkstand from the Napoleon III period, 19th century, in Japanese style. Japanese-style inkstand, from the Napoleon III period, 19th century, in patinated...

Exceptional inkwell with pen tray made of BACCARAT crystal. The rectangular pen tray has a cube-shaped inkwell holder in the center, closed with a gild...

Beautiful antique inkwell with Cloisonné-Enamel, France circa 1880.

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze Graduate pattern desk box, jewelry box, or decorative box By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA...

A rare and highly collectible equestrian desk accessory produced by Hermès Paris, France, circa 1955. Combining the functionality of a letter opener and ruler, this elegant object is distinguished by its striking two-tone design, featuring a sculptural silver-toned horse head mounted on a contrasting gilt-metal body. The interplay between the two finishes creates a sophisticated visual contrast, enhancing the sculptural character of the piece while reflecting the refined craftsmanship associated with Hermès. Executed by the renowned French silversmith Ravinet d'Enfert and marked Hermès Paris, this desk accessory embodies the timeless elegance and attention to detail that have defined the French luxury house for generations. The horse head is modelled with remarkable expressiveness, showcasing finely rendered features, flowing mane details, and a dynamic presence that immediately evokes the maison’s celebrated equestrian heritage. Founded in Paris in 1837 as a harness and saddlery workshop, Hermès has maintained a deep connection to the world of horsemanship throughout its history. This letter opener is a particularly appealing example of that tradition, transforming an everyday object into a sculptural and highly decorative work of functional design. Particularly desirable is the unusual combination of silver and gilt finishes, a detail seldom encountered in Hermès desk accessories...

A scarce nearly 300 year old Louis XV (1715-1774) period French gilt bronze ormolu mounted Japanned encrier (inkwell or inkstand) Paris, France, circa 1750, exceptionally executed in Louis 14th exotic far-east Japanesque / Chinoiserie oriental styling, popular at the time due to the rise in trade with China and Japan throughout the 18th century, Parisian Vernis Martin lacquer work, decorated with lavish Rocaille elements, having three inkwells fitted with glass jar inserts and ornate fiolated acorn finial covers, on a black lacquer cartouche shaped tray with roster...

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...

A wonderful French large Louis XVI bronze three arm bouillotte table lamp with filigree arms and adjustable black metal tole shade and finished on top with a beautiful finial and ope...

More information coming soon… This small French Louis XV-style letter carrier would make a wonderful accessory for any office, desk, or writing table. Three gilt bronze guides with...

A vintage Continental (most likey Italian) gilt tooled and embossed leather and marbleized paper five piece desk accessories set, decorated in gilt armorial motif with royal crown ov...

A beautiful Italian gold gilt and enamel magazine holder rack with flowers and leaves, circa mid-20th century, 1950s, Italy. Holder has beautiful enamel flowers and gold gilt leaves ...

Antique French Rococo style gilt pewter and porcelain inkwell from circa 1900, marked "Chatelain". This beautifully shaped gilt pewter inkwell is adorned with flowers in the center ...

Unleash the Spirit of French Louis XVI: Antique gilt Bronze Inkwell Transport yourself to a time of artistic brilliance with this captivating antique gilt bronze inkwell, meticulousl...

Fabulous Royal Copenhagen XVI style, white porcelain table lamp dated between 1889-1922, in superb condition Sumptuously decorated with gilded swags, rams heads and bows Dated 1889...

Charming Ink Well/Inkstand in the shape of man's head, painted white metal and patinated wood. Made in England during the 19th century. A simply charming inkstand consists of a a pa...

This very handsome gilt bronze and glass inkwell will make any desk look important. Signed, Tiffany Studios guarantees quality. The design is of the metalwork is striking and the g...

A rare and magnificent English desk set made from gilded bronze in superb condition. The set consists of a pair of candlesticks, a pen tray, an inkwell, a seal and a letter opener. ...

An Italian gold gilt brass Sheaf-of-Wheat desk or table lamp, in the style of design house Maison Baguès, circa early to mid-20th century, Italy. Lamp is a ...

Exceptional Enameled Desk Set of a box, seal stamp and a pocket watch stand, France circa 1880. Beautiful Cloisonné- enamel work in bold blue, turquoise, red and beige colours. Meas...

A beautiful and substantial pair of French white and blue art glass vases on gold gilt bronze/brass ormolu and white marble bases, circa early-20th century, France. The white art gla...

This is an exquisite porcelain gilded and enameled inkstand in the Sèvres style, from France. Nineteenth century. The inkwell features an elongated shaped tray with two covered ink p...

“Primavera” Gilt Sunburst Letter Opener. Vintage chic desk accessory gilt metal letter opener with articulated radiating sunburst face on slender sh...

Antique Art Nouveau Gold Gilt Bronze Ormolu Inkstand Inkwell Office Desk Decor Continental Gilt Bronze c. 1900 Dimensions: H x W x D: 11cm x 30cm x 18.5cm This elegant inkstan...

Stag Antler Table Top Desk Secretary or rather as described by a British expert: an Anglo-Indian Stag Antler Writing Slope Table Top Desk, late 19th century from Vizagapatam, which was the headquarters of the Vizagapatam District of Madras during the British period. Stag Antler anything is rare and unusual today, especially when it is completely covered in carved strips of Natural unpolished Antler. Finding Stag Antler Writing Desks are beyond rare and in our 30-years in the Antique business...

Decorate a gentleman’s desk or study with this elegant antique inkwell and letter holder from Belgium, circa 1880. Designed in the Louis XV Rococo taste, the desk accessory stands on...

A beautiful Three-piece Desk Set in gilded silver. Very period Swedish Grace from CG Hallbergs in Stockholm, Sweden dated 1929 by Swedish hallmarks. An elegant gilded silver inkstand...

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 ...

Beautiful antique inkwell, made from glass with brass. France, circa 1880.

Antique French Sèvres Style Rococo Painted Gilt Pink Gold Inkstand French Porcelain 19th Century Dimensions: H x W x D: 8.5cm x 12cm x 8cm This charming decorative inkstand d...

French Inkwell with Sheaf of Grain Decoration, signed "Frecourt" France, circa 1900 Gilded metal, glass Dimensions: H × W × D: 5 × 12 × 11 cm Description: A compact French inkwell ...

Inkwell with Bronze Mount and Marble Base Origin: France Material: Gilt and patinated bronze, green marble Date: Second Empire, circa 1860–1880 Dimensions: H × W × D: 10 × 13 × 16 ...

An English Victorian black and gilt decorated mother-of-pearl and papier mâché stationary letter / card holder or desk stand with stunning, exceptionally executed city scape hand painting portrait. Born in the mid 19th century, hand-crafted of ebonized lacquered papier mâché then elaborately decorated, polychromed, hand painting, mother-of-pearl inlays and gold leaf floral foliate scroll motif decoration, high styling with circular border framing the finely hand painted central pastel colored city scape scene. Dimensions (approx): 8.25" H, 9.75" W, 3.25" D Provenance: Acquired from the estate of the late T. Boone Pickens (1928-2019). An American business magnate, billionaire, financier, and philanthropist. Acquisition: J. Garrett Auctioneers had the pleasure of presenting Pickens' collection of 18th and 19th Century furnishings and accessories. This piece comes from the iconic Texas and Oklahoma...

An extremely scarce early Villeroy & Boch pottery deskset stand. The pristine German antique, circa 1860, was masterfully handcrafted in Mett...

A fine quality late 19th century gilded ormolu inkwell Rococo influenced inkwell, having scrolling foliate decoration to the whole, two lidded inkwells, signed; Millet, Paris Mais...

Gilded bronze and turquoise enameled earthenware inkstand by Theodore Deck from the Napoleon III period, 19th century. Inkwell by Theodore Deck, from the Napoleon III period, 19th c...

Gilded bronze and enameled earthenware inkstand, Japanese style, Napoleon III era, 19th century. Japanese inkstand, from the Napoleon III period, 19th century, enameled earthenware ...

Beautiful desk tray with ornaments of wheat straws. Made of heavy bronze , nicely gilded. Signed by the french artist "M. Arvisent". The inscription at the front "L´harmonie d´Arv...

A gorgeous pair of Art Deco or Arts & Crafts period gilt bronze blotter ends in the "Graduate" pattern, with a custom brown leather desk blotter. By Tiffany Studios (signed to the u...

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze "Graduate" pattern desk calendar frame or picture frame By Tiffany Studios (signed to the back) New York, USA, Early...