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Style: High Victorian
Victorian English Brass Figural Pig Inkwell with Articulated Back Lids, C. 1875
Victorian English Brass Figural Pig Inkwell with Articulated Back Lids, C. 1875

Victorian English Brass Figural Pig Inkwell with Articulated Back Lids, C. 1875

$1,895 / set

Victorian English Brass Figural Pig Inkwell with Articulated Back Lids, C. 1875

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Victorian English Brass Figural Pig Inkwell with Articulated Back Lids, c. 1875 Consists of four pieces, The figural pig, glass inkwell with domed brass cap, A small porcelain cup fo...

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19th Century English Antique High Victorian Inkwells

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Brass

19th Century Victorian Blackened Lignum Vitae Bull/Pug Dog with Bow Tie Inkwell
19th Century Victorian Blackened Lignum Vitae Bull/Pug Dog with Bow Tie Inkwell

19th Century Victorian Blackened Lignum Vitae Bull/Pug Dog with Bow Tie Inkwell

$780Sale Price|20% Off

19th Century Victorian Blackened Lignum Vitae Bull/Pug Dog with Bow Tie Inkwell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th Century Victorian Blackened Lignum Vitae Bull/Pug Dog with Bow Tie Inkwell England, circa 1880s Presenting a remarkable 19th-century Blackened Victorian Lignum Vitae Bull/Pug D...

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19th Century English Antique High Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Metal, Brass

19th Century English Brass Resting Dog Double Inkwell
19th Century English Brass Resting Dog Double Inkwell

19th Century English Brass Resting Dog Double Inkwell

$760Sale Price|20% Off

19th Century English Brass Resting Dog Double Inkwell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th century English brass resting dog double inkwell, the wells opening to the left and the right.

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Late 19th Century English Antique High Victorian Inkwells

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Brass

Antique English Victorian Boulle Inkwell by JC Vickery
Antique English Victorian Boulle Inkwell by JC Vickery

Antique English Victorian Boulle Inkwell by JC Vickery

$2,780

Antique English Victorian Boulle Inkwell by JC Vickery

By J. C. Vickery

Located in Northampton, GB

The inkwell with a square base having four faceted faces leading up to a central boulle lidded square glass inkwell with brass collar. The Boulle work finished in typical fashion wit...

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Late 19th Century English Antique High Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Victorian Era Inkstand with Boulle Marquetry in Ebonised Wood and Brass
Victorian Era Inkstand with Boulle Marquetry in Ebonised Wood and Brass

Victorian Era Inkstand with Boulle Marquetry in Ebonised Wood and Brass

$4,087

Victorian Era Inkstand with Boulle Marquetry in Ebonised Wood and Brass

By J. C. Vickery

Located in London, GB

Victorian era inkstand with Boulle marquetry in ebonised wood and brass English, dated 1853 Measures: Height 17cm, width 38.5cm, depth 27.5cm This 19th Century English inkstand ...

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Mid-19th Century English Antique High Victorian Inkwells

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Brass

19th Century Staffordshire Creamware Phrenology Head Inkwell, Stamped “55”
19th Century Staffordshire Creamware Phrenology Head Inkwell, Stamped “55”

19th Century Staffordshire Creamware Phrenology Head Inkwell, Stamped “55”

$1,195

19th Century Staffordshire Creamware Phrenology Head Inkwell, Stamped “55”

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th Century Staffordshire Creamware Phrenology Head Inkwell, Stamped “55” An unusual and highly evocative 19th-century Staffordshire phrenology head inkwell, executed in creamware ...

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Mid-19th Century English Antique High Victorian Inkwells

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Pottery

Stunning Antique French Bronze Statue on Inkwell Stand, circa 1880
Stunning Antique French Bronze Statue on Inkwell Stand, circa 1880

Stunning Antique French Bronze Statue on Inkwell Stand, circa 1880

$1,042

Stunning Antique French Bronze Statue on Inkwell Stand, circa 1880

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely 19th century French bronze ink well stand A good looking we...

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1880s French Antique High Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

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Antique English Novelty Equestrian Inkwell, Horse, circa 1880
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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...

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High Victorian inkwells for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique High Victorian inkwells for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage inkwells created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used High Victorian inkwells made in a specific country, there are Europe, England, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original inkwells, popular names associated with this style include J.C. Vickery, and William Brownfield. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for inkwells differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $450 and tops out at $4,077 while the average work can sell for $971.

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