Superb earthenware inkwell, forming a Louis XVI style commode with a central projection. It features ring handles and foliate keyhole escutcheons. French work from the late 18th century. In used condi[...]
Magnificent English mahogany cutlery tray, later converted into a letter holder. Dating from the 18th century. In perfect condition. Dimensions: 33H x 22W x 16D
This charming rectangular writing accessory with scalloped corners features a removable inkwell and a small powder shaker for drying ink, both housed on top. The inkwell, in the same enamel, has a lea[...]
A carved solid walnut inkwell, circa 1800, likely of German origin. The carving depicts a couple in love, the suitor holding his beloved's ringed hand, in the discreet presence of the priest or deacon[...]
Louis XV kidney-shaped inkwell/hand candlestick, made of wood, wood veneer, and bronze. Louis XV, 17th century. Used condition, previously cleaned, wear consistent with age, feet need reattaching. App[...]
A walnut wood table lectern, resting on four cabriole legs. The apron is carved with acanthus leaves and is molded. It has a beautiful patina. The lectern is pegged together. The top of the back panel[...]
Wax Jack - A device used to hold a wax-coated cord for affixing seals to documents. Brass, England, 18th century - Georgian period. Dimensions: 15 x 10 cm. Condition: good, brass left as is, the centr[...]
Superb Chinese lacquer writing box with a red interior, opening to reveal seven drawers plus four secret compartments and a drawer at the bottom, very old and of very fine quality.
Silver-gilt seal with coat of arms, circa late 18th century. Beautiful coat of arms to be identified. No visible hallmark. Good condition. Height: 2.9 cm. Weight: 15.67 g. Discover many other items on[...]
Free shipping within mainland France via La Poste or Mondial Relay.**************Rectangular pewter writing set comprising a dusting tray, a covered inkwell, a pen holder, and a drawer in the lower se[...]
Elegant Neapolitan silver inkwell, consisting of a rectangular tray resting on four stylized feral feet and a delicately perforated railing at the top. This tray holds three small jars with lids for i[...]
A Chinese turquoise-glazed ‘Mountain and Peach’ brush rest and water pot.Kangxi period (1662-1722).The gently curved brush rest is modelled as a four-peaked mountain, accompanied by a peach-shaped wat[...]
Covered rosewood inkwell, composed of several compartments, including one designed to hold the ink in a pear-shaped receptacle. The piece comprises two compartments, respectively intended for ink and [...]
Superb and rare 18th-century leather wallet or document holder. Made of black morocco leather embossed with fleur-de-lis in the corners, this gusseted document holder bears the inscription "M. DELONGE[...]
Chinese Qing Republic Period Famille Rose Porcelain Brush Pot bitong Calligraphy Chinese porcelain square brush pot, also known as a bitong, likely dating to the late Qing Dynasty or Republic Period. [...]
A lovely little set of three notebooks, formerly belonging to a sailor who signed his work LM. The set includes a daily money management book dated 1800, a gusseted notebook for 300 casino chips or ot[...]
This red leather document holder has an inner flap, a pretty gold metal lock (key missing), gold trim for decoration, and wide side gussets for easy opening.
Free shipping within mainland France via La Poste or Mondial Relay **************Rectangular pewter writing set with a drawer at the base and an inkwell with a hinged, domed lid and a "shell" thumb re[...]
Fantastic English mahogany cutlery tray, possibly later converted into a letter rack. It dates from the 18th century. In perfect condition. Dimensions: 33H x 22W x 16D
Rare sterling silver desk inkwell, composed of a circular base finely chased with vegetal motifs, adorned with winged cherub heads and a gadrooned border.
The central bowl, in blown glass, is encased[...]
White marble inkwell in the shape of a capital, a souvenir of the Grand Tour, Roman workshop, late 18th century.Rome was considered the quintessential stop on the Grand Tour, as it represented both pr[...]
Kadjar (Qajar) pencil case in papier-mâché with lacquered painted decoration of figures, in landscapes and naked woman. Numerous scenes and profiles in medallion around the edge, on an ochre yellow ba[...]
This seal is old. It is a coat of arms surmounted by a royal crown, on top of which is a two-armed archiepiscopal cross. The crown is surmounted by a headdress forming part of the external ornaments, [...]
Antique community inkwell in earthenware with cut sides, 18th century, the lead cup, blue and white decoration close to the Nevers style, dimensions 9 cm x 5.5 cm. Good condition, no cracks, some chip[...]
Old patinated bronze chatelaine seal. Very beautiful rotating model. Handle decorated with foliage. Three sides, one blank. 4.5 cm long. Very good condition
Attributed to Christian Benjamin Jeseric (active in Kassel, ca. 1720–1760)Court of Hesse-Kassel, ca. 1735–1745Cast, chased and repoussé silver; carved and mounted rock crystal; internal gildingDimensi[...]
Important high-fire earthenware inkwell that has retained its central lid and its two engraved tin side inkwells. (A fretel previously changed). Astonishing irreverent decoration representing a charac[...]
18th century document holder from the Aristay de Chateaufort family. An essential item of the nobility of the robe, this document holder appears to belong to François Aristay de Chateaufort (1704-1765[...]
Beautiful marble inkwell from the Louis XIV period. Grey-pink marble from Flanders. Model with beautiful molding. It presents different hollowed-out cells in the block. Work from the 18th century.
18th century travel writing case in black shagreen with green silk interior, silver clasp and hook hallmarked with fleur-de-lis. With its key. Missing the original inkwells.
Elegant and large portable inkwell with an eventful, polylobed shape, in violet wood veneer with inkwell, powder box, holder, quills, wax reserve, brush and silver-plated metal rack (wear to the silve[...]
Trilobed writing desk, Caussy Manufactory in Quimper. Diameter 19 cm. Earthenware in shades of blue with twig and flower decoration, circa 1760. Small chips from use on the edges. Inkwell with the ini[...]
Writing case with several nibs. Manufacture de la Hubaudière in Quimper. Diameter: 19 cm. Earthenware in shades of blue decorated with flowers and small rocailles, late 18th century. Restored chips on[...]
Sancai enamelled biscuit brush rest.China 18thKangxi period (1662-1722)
Height : 4,6cm
Length : 6,8cm
Width : 4,8cm
For a similar brush rest, see:
- Biscuit Refined Chinese Famille Vert[...]
Chinese Porcelain Brush Holder or Inkwell Jiaqing Late 18th Century depicting a fantastic marine animal swimming amidst the waves. We note the astonishing modernity of this object. Perfect state of co[...]
Rare small box in Japanese lacquer, gilded and with a black background, containing a desk kit, inkwell and sprinkler box in brass, gilded with mercury. The top offers a pretty natural scene, decorated[...]
Talavera inkwell, 18th century. Glazed ceramic. Talavera ceramic inkwell, decorated with a cobalt blue enamel on a white tin slip. With restorations - Size: 16x16x7 cms
https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maison_de_Bauffremont Pretty wrought iron seal Belonging to De Bauffremont (vairé & gule) Height: 6.5 cm Diameter: 2 cm Correct matrix Note: deformation of the iPad
Superb and richly molded inkwell, carved from a monolithic block of Saint Rémy marble, known as "bleu de Saint Rémy", a jasper marble characterized by beautiful pink colors, veined of blue and white.I[...]
The Rocaille base on acanthus leaf and shell feet, the top painted with an olive green background, depicting a castle and tournament tents, the three containers with their interiors complete and nicel[...]
Square-shaped earthenware INKWELL (10.5 X 10.5 cm) with flower decoration
Top decorated with sponge with 4 holes for the pen holder
BERNARDINO GOMEZ collection (Collector's label)
Damaged (visible [...]
Magnificent seal in rock crystal and gold. It probably dates from the end of the 18th and/or the beginning of the 19th century.
The rotating matrix is made of rock crystal. It is engraved on its [...]
Un bel ensemble de la fin du XVIIIème siècle d'un livre modèle souple imprimé sur papier de riz(titre sur le plat en deux bandes apposée en papier crème sur un fond gris pâle en papier de riz à la cal[...]
Rare circular inkwell in Limoges enamel with polychrome decoration of flowery and grotesque vases, in scrolls and gilded highlights It has cup holes and pen holder holes The silver annular grip repres[...]
Wooden mail box entirely covered in leather richly decorated with gilded patterns with small irons, hinges and original brass lock plates. The lock is not functional, it opens with a leaf revealing a [...]
Seal to buy, In silver, without hallmarks, Inscriptions to identify, Work from the 18th century, Good condition, patina of time, Weight: 15 gr. Dimensions: Height: 4.5 cm, Diameter: 2.6 cm.
Travel writing case in ebony, porcupine thorns and bone Indo-English work Ceylon 19th century. Transportable box opening to become a music stand, and revealing various compartments including 1 secret [...]
It is a travel inkwell, or Ottoman pen box, called DIVIT QALAMDAN. It is made of bronze with a rich, very finely chiseled decoration, and calligraphic inscriptions.
The quality is significantly highe[...]
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