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19th Century French Enameled Champlevé Inkwell
Located in Forney, TX
stunning enameling continues on the raised inkwell body and hinged lid with finial. Opposite, two raised
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Antique Mid-19th Century Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

19th Century French Enameled Champlevé Inkwell
19th Century French Enameled Champlevé Inkwell

19th Century French Enameled Champlevé Inkwell

$1,280
H 3.5 in W 6 in D 4 in
Antique Inkwell, Brass Enameled, Butterfly, Inkstand, France, circa 1880
Located in Greven, DE
Antique inkwell made of brass with enameled ornaments. France, late 19th century. .
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Antique Late 19th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Antique Inkwell, Brass Enameled, Butterfly, Inkstand, France, circa 1880
Antique Inkwell, Brass Enameled, Butterfly, Inkstand, France, circa 1880

Antique Inkwell, Brass Enameled, Butterfly, Inkstand, France, circa 1880

$602 Sale Price
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H 8.27 in W 7.88 in D 3.15 in
Late 19th Century Cloissoné-Enamel Inkwell, France, circa 1870-1890
Located in Greven, DE
Inkwell with Cloisonné Enamel Origin: France Material: Bronze with polychrome cloisonné enamel
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Antique Late 19th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Late 19th Century Cloissoné-Enamel Inkwell, France, circa 1870-1890
Late 19th Century Cloissoné-Enamel Inkwell, France, circa 1870-1890

Late 19th Century Cloissoné-Enamel Inkwell, France, circa 1870-1890

$538
H 3.15 in Dm 3.15 in
Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.
Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.

Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.

$3,500
H 2.37 in W 9.85 in D 4.73 in
Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.
Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.

Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.

$5,000
H 2.76 in W 9.85 in D 5.12 in
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
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Early 20th Century French Classical Roman Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

French Set of Champleve Enameled Small Inkwell and Letter Opener
French Set of Champleve Enameled Small Inkwell and Letter Opener

French Set of Champleve Enameled Small Inkwell and Letter Opener

$316 Sale Price / set
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H 2.25 in W 4 in D 2.25 in
Late 19th Century French Inkwell with Enamel Decoration and Onyx Plate
Located in Greven, DE
Inkwell with Enamel Decoration and Onyx Plate Origin: Probably France Material: Gilded metal
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Antique Late 19th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Onyx, Brass, Enamel

Late 19th Century French Inkwell with Enamel Decoration and Onyx Plate
Late 19th Century French Inkwell with Enamel Decoration and Onyx Plate

Late 19th Century French Inkwell with Enamel Decoration and Onyx Plate

$981
H 3.55 in W 4.73 in D 5.12 in
Late 19th Century Inkwell with Enamel Decoration, France, circa 1870-1890
Located in Greven, DE
Inkwell with Enamel Decoration Origin: France Material: Gilt metal with coloured enamel Date
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Antique Late 19th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Enamel

Late 19th Century Inkwell with Enamel Decoration, France, circa 1870-1890
Late 19th Century Inkwell with Enamel Decoration, France, circa 1870-1890

Late 19th Century Inkwell with Enamel Decoration, France, circa 1870-1890

$502
H 3.15 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in
French Champlevé Enamel Inkwell, Napoleon III, 19th Century, Holiday Gift Idea
Located in Lisbon, PT
A French Champlevé enamel inkwell from the 19th century, created in the opulent Napoleon III style
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Enamel

French Champlevé Enamel Inkwell, Napoleon III, 19th Century, Holiday Gift Idea
French Champlevé Enamel Inkwell, Napoleon III, 19th Century, Holiday Gift Idea

French Champlevé Enamel Inkwell, Napoleon III, 19th Century, Holiday Gift Idea

$1,325 Sale Price
20% Off
H 2.76 in W 3.94 in D 3.55 in
Champlevé Enamel Inkwell on Tray, Napoleon III, 19th Century, France, Gift Idea
Located in Lisbon, PT
A 19th century French inkwell in Champlevé enamel and bronze, mounted on an integrated tray with
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Champlevé Enamel Inkwell on Tray, Napoleon III, 19th Century, France, Gift Idea
Champlevé Enamel Inkwell on Tray, Napoleon III, 19th Century, France, Gift Idea

Champlevé Enamel Inkwell on Tray, Napoleon III, 19th Century, France, Gift Idea

$1,472 Sale Price
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H 3.55 in W 8.08 in D 6.7 in
Late 19th Century Inkwell with Butterfly and Enamel Decoration
Located in Greven, DE
Inkwell with Butterfly Finial Origin: Probably France Material: Gilded metal with floral engraving
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Antique Late 19th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Late 19th Century Inkwell with Butterfly and Enamel Decoration
Late 19th Century Inkwell with Butterfly and Enamel Decoration

Late 19th Century Inkwell with Butterfly and Enamel Decoration

$778
H 4.34 in Dm 5.91 in
Late 19th Century Inkwell with Onyx Marble and Cloisonne-Enamel
Located in Greven, DE
Inkwell with Cloisonné Enamel and Onyx Base Origin: France, probably Paris Material: Gilt bronze
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Antique Late 19th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Late 19th Century Inkwell with Onyx Marble and Cloisonne-Enamel
Late 19th Century Inkwell with Onyx Marble and Cloisonne-Enamel

Late 19th Century Inkwell with Onyx Marble and Cloisonne-Enamel

$802
H 4.34 in W 6.7 in D 4.34 in
French Victorian Round Crystal and Silver Inkwell
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian round crystal inkwell with silver and enamel cornucopia top (signed TIFFANY) *as
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Crystal

French Victorian Round Crystal and Silver Inkwell
French Victorian Round Crystal and Silver Inkwell

French Victorian Round Crystal and Silver Inkwell

$1,800
H 6 in
Antique Cloisonné-Emaille Inkwell, Bronze Doré, France, Circa 1880
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful antique inkwell with Cloisonné-Enamel, France circa 1880.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Antique Cloisonné-Emaille Inkwell, Bronze Doré, France, Circa 1880
Antique Cloisonné-Emaille Inkwell, Bronze Doré, France, Circa 1880

Antique Cloisonné-Emaille Inkwell, Bronze Doré, France, Circa 1880

$466
H 2.76 in W 5.12 in D 3.55 in
Antique Cloisonné-Emaille Inkwell, Bronze Doré, France, Circa 1880
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful antique inkwell with Cloisonné-Enamel, France circa 1880. Stamped at the bottom "M B 5 9".
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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Antique Cloisonné-Emaille Inkwell, Bronze Doré, France, Circa 1880
Antique Cloisonné-Emaille Inkwell, Bronze Doré, France, Circa 1880

Antique Cloisonné-Emaille Inkwell, Bronze Doré, France, Circa 1880

$466
H 2.76 in W 6.7 in D 4.34 in
Pair Of French Champlevé Desk Inkwells, Napoleon III, 19th Century, Gift Idea
Located in Lisbon, PT
A French pair of Champlevé enamel inkwells from the 19th century, created in the opulent Napoleon
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Enamel

Pair Of French Champlevé Desk Inkwells, Napoleon III, 19th Century, Gift Idea
Pair Of French Champlevé Desk Inkwells, Napoleon III, 19th Century, Gift Idea

Pair Of French Champlevé Desk Inkwells, Napoleon III, 19th Century, Gift Idea

$2,320 Sale Price / set
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H 3.55 in W 8.08 in D 6.7 in
Eugène Feuillâtre "Pavot" Inkwell
By Eugène Feuillatre
Located in New York, NY
This stunning enamel, silvered metal, and gilt metal "Pavot" inkwell by Eugène Feuillâtre features
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Eugène Feuillâtre "Pavot" Inkwell
Eugène Feuillâtre "Pavot" Inkwell

Eugène Feuillâtre "Pavot" Inkwell

$17,500
H 2.25 in Dm 3.5 in
French Louis XVI Style Champlevé and Ormolu Inkwell Circa 1890
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 7 1/2in W: 10 1/2in D: 7 3/4in This Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Style
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

French Louis XVI Style Champlevé and Ormolu Inkwell Circa 1890
French Louis XVI Style Champlevé and Ormolu Inkwell Circa 1890

French Louis XVI Style Champlevé and Ormolu Inkwell Circa 1890

$2,950
H 7.5 in W 10.5 in D 7.75 in
A Fine Quality Bronze Inkwell by Ferdinand Barbedienne
By Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in New York, NY
A grand 19th century bronze and champlevé inkwell with yellow background and large burgundy
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Antique 19th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

A Fine Quality Bronze Inkwell by Ferdinand Barbedienne
A Fine Quality Bronze Inkwell by Ferdinand Barbedienne

A Fine Quality Bronze Inkwell by Ferdinand Barbedienne

$2,600
H 6.25 in Dm 4.5 in
Famille Verte Porcelain Inkwell by Samson
By Samson Cie
Located in Paris, FR
Small famille verte porcelain inkwell decorated with enameled flowerpots, foliage, and stylized
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Early 20th Century French Chinoiserie Inkwells

Materials

Enamel, Bronze

Famille Verte Porcelain Inkwell by Samson
Famille Verte Porcelain Inkwell by Samson

Famille Verte Porcelain Inkwell by Samson

$1,915
H 3.55 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
French Silver and Enamel Inkstand, circa 1920
Located in New York, NY
French silver and yellow enamel inkstand, circa 1920.  
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Early 20th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Enamel, Silver

French Silver and Enamel Inkstand, circa 1920
French Silver and Enamel Inkstand, circa 1920

French Silver and Enamel Inkstand, circa 1920

$12,000
H 3.5 in W 7 in D 3.5 in
An inkwell and Two Candlesticks from the 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An ormolu, enamelled and cloisonné inkwell and two candlesticks from the 19th century, Napoleon III
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

An inkwell and Two Candlesticks from the 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.
An inkwell and Two Candlesticks from the 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

An inkwell and Two Candlesticks from the 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

$4,190 / set
H 5.12 in W 9.26 in D 5.12 in
Fabulous Antique French Hand Engraved and Enameled Cast Brass Circular Inkstand
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Antique French engraved and enameled ormolu cast brass circular inkstand with original brass
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Ormolu, Brass

Fabulous Antique French Hand Engraved and Enameled Cast Brass Circular Inkstand
Fabulous Antique French Hand Engraved and Enameled Cast Brass Circular Inkstand

Fabulous Antique French Hand Engraved and Enameled Cast Brass Circular Inkstand

$795
H 6.5 in Dm 7.88 in
19th Century French Marble and Bronze Rooster Sculpture Signed Melotte
By Melotte
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate your desk or study with this elegant antique inkwell, crafted in France, circa 1880, and
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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Enamel

19th Century French Marble and Bronze Rooster Sculpture Signed Melotte
19th Century French Marble and Bronze Rooster Sculpture Signed Melotte

19th Century French Marble and Bronze Rooster Sculpture Signed Melotte

$1,300
H 8 in W 12 in D 6.75 in
French Inkwell and Match Holder
Located in Dallas, TX
This exquisite French enamel and bronze inkwell and match holder set, adorned with hand-painted
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Antique 1880s French Desk Sets

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

French Inkwell and Match Holder
French Inkwell and Match Holder

French Inkwell and Match Holder

$1,150
H 5 in W 6.5 in D 5.5 in
Antique French Cloisonné Enamel Gold Bronze 7 Piece Inkwell Desk Set, Ca. 1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Cloisonné Enamel & Gold Bronze 7 Piece Inkwell Desk Set, Circa 1890. Includes
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Antique Late 19th Century French Desk Sets

Materials

Enamel, Bronze

Antique French Cloisonné Enamel Gold Bronze 7 Piece Inkwell Desk Set, Ca. 1890
Antique French Cloisonné Enamel Gold Bronze 7 Piece Inkwell Desk Set, Ca. 1890

Antique French Cloisonné Enamel Gold Bronze 7 Piece Inkwell Desk Set, Ca. 1890

$2,400 / set
H 4 in W 6 in D 6 in
Antique Candle Sticks and Inkwell Émeaux de Bresse Desk Set Enamel Brass France
Located in Munich, DE
This beautifully enamelled set comprising an inkwell and two candlesticks will cheer up any room. A
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Antique 1870s French Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Antique Candle Sticks and Inkwell Émeaux de Bresse Desk Set Enamel Brass France
Antique Candle Sticks and Inkwell Émeaux de Bresse Desk Set Enamel Brass France

Antique Candle Sticks and Inkwell Émeaux de Bresse Desk Set Enamel Brass France

$2,633
H 7.88 in W 3.71 in D 3.71 in
Masonic Brass Enamel Chain, Pewter Inkwell, Cloth Regalia
Located in Miami, FL
20th century brass enamel chain and monogrammed black cloth regalia was worn by the Knights Templar
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20th Century French Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Gold, Pewter, Gold Plate

Masonic Brass Enamel Chain, Pewter Inkwell, Cloth Regalia
Masonic Brass Enamel Chain, Pewter Inkwell, Cloth Regalia

Masonic Brass Enamel Chain, Pewter Inkwell, Cloth Regalia

$360 Sale Price / set
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H 15.13 in Dm 2.13 in
Marcel Bing, Art Nouveau Butterfly Inkwell in Enameled Bronze, France, 1905
By Marcel Bing
Located in New York, NY
Marcel Bing was the fourth child of Sigfried/Samuel Bing (1838-1905), the great collector of Japanese art and founder of the gallery L'Art Nouveau Bing located at 22 rue de Provence ...
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Marcel Bing, Art Nouveau Butterfly Inkwell in Enameled Bronze, France, 1905
Marcel Bing, Art Nouveau Butterfly Inkwell in Enameled Bronze, France, 1905

Marcel Bing, Art Nouveau Butterfly Inkwell in Enameled Bronze, France, 1905

$15,000
H 11 in Dm 8 in
Antique French Art Nouveau Silver Enamel Inkwell
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau inkwell. Made by Emile Langlois in Paris, ca 1920. Hemispheric clear glass bowl with
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique French Art Nouveau Silver Enamel Inkwell
Antique French Art Nouveau Silver Enamel Inkwell

Antique French Art Nouveau Silver Enamel Inkwell

$480
H 3 in Dm 2.75 in

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Early 20th Century French Guilloché Enamel and Gilt Silver Inkwell
By DREYFOUS, PARIS (worked from 1910)
Located in Brisbane, Queensland
A 20th century guilloché enamel and gilt silver inkstand by Dreyfous. This delicate inkwell
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Vintage 1910s French Inkwells

Materials

Enamel, Silver

Early 20th Century French Guilloché Enamel and Gilt Silver Inkwell
Early 20th Century French Guilloché Enamel and Gilt Silver Inkwell

Early 20th Century French Guilloché Enamel and Gilt Silver Inkwell

H 3.55 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
French Haviland Limoges Porcelain Inkstand
By Haviland Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
French Haviland Limoges porcelain scrolling quadrapodal rectangular ionkstand with gilt-molded
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Rococo Revival Inkwells

Materials

Porcelain

French Haviland Limoges Porcelain Inkstand
French Haviland Limoges Porcelain Inkstand

French Haviland Limoges Porcelain Inkstand

H 4.25 in W 8.75 in D 4.5 in
1870s French Bronze and Enamel Inkwell Set
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1870s French bronze and enamel inkwell set. 6 pieces. Painted portraits.
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Antique 1870s Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

1870s French Bronze and Enamel Inkwell Set
1870s French Bronze and Enamel Inkwell Set

1870s French Bronze and Enamel Inkwell Set

H 6 in W 7 in D 3.5 in
French Bronze and Champleve Enamel Inkwell Encrier by Ferdinand Barbedienne
By Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in Queens, NY
French bronze and Champleve Cloisonne enamel inkwell Encrier by Ferdinand Barbedienne, circa 1870
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

French Bronze and Champleve Enamel Inkwell Encrier by Ferdinand Barbedienne
French Bronze and Champleve Enamel Inkwell Encrier by Ferdinand Barbedienne

French Bronze and Champleve Enamel Inkwell Encrier by Ferdinand Barbedienne

H 5.5 in Dm 6.5 in
French 1900 Antique Chinoiserie Champlevé Enameled Inkwell in Brass Cut Glass
Located in Miami, FL
French champlevé inkwell. An elusive antique inkwell, created in France, with chinoiserie
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Inkwells

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Enamel

French 1900 Antique Chinoiserie Champlevé Enameled Inkwell in Brass Cut Glass
French 1900 Antique Chinoiserie Champlevé Enameled Inkwell in Brass Cut Glass

French 1900 Antique Chinoiserie Champlevé Enameled Inkwell in Brass Cut Glass

H 4.5 in W 2.9 in D 2.9 in
Antique French Ormolu "DuBarry Rose" Pink Jeweled-Enamel Inkwell Pen, 1860 s
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Ormolu and "DuBarry Rose" lovely pink jeweled-enamel inkwell with pen, Circa 1860
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Antique 1860s French Inkwells

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

Antique French Ormolu "DuBarry Rose" Pink Jeweled-Enamel Inkwell Pen, 1860 s
Antique French Ormolu "DuBarry Rose" Pink Jeweled-Enamel Inkwell Pen, 1860 s

Antique French Ormolu "DuBarry Rose" Pink Jeweled-Enamel Inkwell Pen, 1860 s

H 4.5 in W 7 in D 5.25 in
Antique French Rococo Bronze Enameled Champleve Scroll Form Inkwell 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique French Rococo inkwell offers cast bronze construction in scroll and gadroon form with
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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Rococo Bronze Enameled Champleve Scroll Form Inkwell 19th C
Antique French Rococo Bronze Enameled Champleve Scroll Form Inkwell 19th C

Antique French Rococo Bronze Enameled Champleve Scroll Form Inkwell 19th C

H 2.5 in W 6 in D 4.5 in
Inkwell Gilt Bronze and Enamel Napoleon III
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Inkwell gilt bronze and enamel Napoleon III Origen France circa 1930 Perfect condition.  
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Vintage 1930s French Napoleon III Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Inkwell Gilt Bronze and Enamel Napoleon III
Inkwell Gilt Bronze and Enamel Napoleon III

Inkwell Gilt Bronze and Enamel Napoleon III

H 5.91 in W 10.24 in D 7.49 in
Fine Quality Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Champlevé Enamel Inkwell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine quality late 19th century gilt bronze and champlevé enamel inkwell The shaped gilt bronze
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Inkwells

Materials

Enamel, Bronze

Fine Quality Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Champlevé Enamel Inkwell
Fine Quality Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Champlevé Enamel Inkwell

Fine Quality Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Champlevé Enamel Inkwell

H 7.5 in W 10.5 in D 7.5 in
NAP. III Inkwell Sign, Tahan a Paris Enamel Blue and Red Elephant, Dragon, Horse
Located in Epfach, DE
Napoleon III inkwell in bronze and enamel sig. Tahan a Paris, for Jean Pierre Alexandre Tahan
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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

NAP. III Inkwell Sign, Tahan a Paris Enamel Blue and Red Elephant, Dragon, Horse
NAP. III Inkwell Sign, Tahan a Paris Enamel Blue and Red Elephant, Dragon, Horse

NAP. III Inkwell Sign, Tahan a Paris Enamel Blue and Red Elephant, Dragon, Horse

H 4.53 in W 4.93 in D 4.53 in
French, Louis XVI Porcelain Inkwell Decorated with Figures in a Landscape
Located in Paris, FR
French, Louis XVI circular porcelain inkwell with a removable well and pointed lid. The inkwell has
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Antique 1780s French Louis XVI Inkwells

Materials

Enamel

French, Louis XVI Porcelain Inkwell Decorated with Figures in a Landscape
French, Louis XVI Porcelain Inkwell Decorated with Figures in a Landscape

French, Louis XVI Porcelain Inkwell Decorated with Figures in a Landscape

H 1.97 in Dm 5.52 in
Art deco Porcelain Inkwell by A. Godard for Etling Paris, circa 1930
By Armand Godard, Etling Paris
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Investing in this Art Deco Porcelain Inkwell by A. Godard for Etling Paris, circa 1930, is an
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Inkwells

Materials

Porcelain

Art deco Porcelain Inkwell by A. Godard for Etling Paris, circa 1930
Art deco Porcelain Inkwell by A. Godard for Etling Paris, circa 1930

Art deco Porcelain Inkwell by A. Godard for Etling Paris, circa 1930

H 6.7 in W 9.45 in D 7.09 in
Antique French Silver Gilt, Glass Enamel Inkstand Clock, Paris, France c. 1880
By E. Dreyfous
Located in London, GB
created to mirror a baroque or French formal garden, with the gilt & enamel clock in place of water
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Early 20th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Silver

Antique French Silver Gilt, Glass Enamel Inkstand Clock, Paris, France c. 1880
Antique French Silver Gilt, Glass Enamel Inkstand Clock, Paris, France c. 1880

Antique French Silver Gilt, Glass Enamel Inkstand Clock, Paris, France c. 1880

H 5.32 in W 7.68 in D 15.01 in
French Ormolu Bronze, Onyx, and Champlevé Cloisonné Enamel Desk Set, Inkwell
Located in Queens, NY
French ormolu bronze, onyx, and champlevé cloisonné enamel three-piece desk set, comprising of an
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Desk Sets

Materials

Onyx, Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

French Ormolu Bronze, Onyx, and Champlevé Cloisonné Enamel Desk Set, Inkwell
French Ormolu Bronze, Onyx, and Champlevé Cloisonné Enamel Desk Set, Inkwell

French Ormolu Bronze, Onyx, and Champlevé Cloisonné Enamel Desk Set, Inkwell

H 3.5 in W 7 in D 7 in
Splendid Antique French Encrier Champleve Enamel Gilt Brass Inkwell, circa 1880
Located in Tustin, CA
A very fine, handmade, French gilt brass and Champleve enamel antique footed encrier or inkwell
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Splendid Antique French Encrier Champleve Enamel Gilt Brass Inkwell, circa 1880
Splendid Antique French Encrier Champleve Enamel Gilt Brass Inkwell, circa 1880

Splendid Antique French Encrier Champleve Enamel Gilt Brass Inkwell, circa 1880

H 4.75 in Dm 7 in
French Moorish Style Champlevé Enameled Bronze Double Inkwell Pen Tray
Located in Astoria, NY
French 19th century Moorish style double inkwell and pen tray made in enameled champlevé bronze
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Antique 1850s French Moorish Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

French Moorish Style Champlevé Enameled Bronze Double Inkwell Pen Tray
French Moorish Style Champlevé Enameled Bronze Double Inkwell Pen Tray

French Moorish Style Champlevé Enameled Bronze Double Inkwell Pen Tray

H 4 in W 12 in D 8 in
Napoleon III Inkwell
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Napoleon III inkwell gilt bronz and champleve enamel Origin France perfect condition circa 1860
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Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Inkwells

Materials

Enamel

Napoleon III Inkwell
Napoleon III Inkwell

Napoleon III Inkwell

H 2.37 in W 8.67 in D 4.73 in
Cartier Must de Cartier Crystal Gilt and Silver Mellon Inkwell
By Must De Cartier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Cartier 'Must de Cartier' Crystal Gilt and Silver Mellon Inkwell France, Circa 1989 Cartier 'Must
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Late 20th Century French Modern Inkwells

Materials

Crystal

Cartier Must de Cartier Crystal Gilt and Silver Mellon Inkwell
Cartier Must de Cartier Crystal Gilt and Silver Mellon Inkwell

Cartier Must de Cartier Crystal Gilt and Silver Mellon Inkwell

H 2.75 in Dm 3.25 in
French Japonisme Ormolu and Cloisonné Enamel Encrier Emile Reiber for Christofle
By Christofle, Emile Reiber
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A very nice quality French Japonisme red and gold patina ormolu and cloisonné enamel encrier
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Antique Late 19th Century French Japonisme Inkwells

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

French Japonisme Ormolu and Cloisonné Enamel Encrier Emile Reiber for Christofle
French Japonisme Ormolu and Cloisonné Enamel Encrier Emile Reiber for Christofle

French Japonisme Ormolu and Cloisonné Enamel Encrier Emile Reiber for Christofle

H 3.94 in W 8.86 in D 5.91 in
White Pate-sur-Pate Enameled French Porcelain Inkstand
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French porcelain inkstand with double inkpots in a soft sea foam color. The decoration is in white
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A.V.Becquerel and M. Guillard, rare enamelled terracotta inkwell
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A.V.Becquerel and M. Guillard, rare enamelled terracotta inkwell

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Unique Sterling Silver Map of the World Inkstand, by Cartier, Paris

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French Enamel Inkwell For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the French enamel inkwell you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A French enamel inkwell — often made from metal, enamel and bronze — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the French enamel inkwell you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right French enamel inkwell, those designed in Victorian, Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made French enamel inkwell over the years, but those crafted by Ferdinand Barbedienne, Cartier and E. Dreyfous are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a French Enamel Inkwell?

Prices for a French enamel inkwell start at $140 and top out at $15,274 with the average selling for $1,459.

Finding the Right Inkwells for You

Now that we no longer need vintage, new or antique inkwells for written communication, these elegant desk accessories make for a distinctive decorative touch in any home office or study.

Prior to the 19th century, the inkwell was an integral part of the writing process. The first fountain pen was patented in 1827. Typewriters found acceptance during the 1880s, and the ballpoint pen, which replaced the inkwell on most desks and writing tables of the era, modernized the way we write. (Later, it would transform how some of us make art.) Today, a well-designed antique or vintage inkwell is a fun, decorative accent for any work area.

If you find yourself working from home today more often than not, why not freshen things up a bit? Small changes can help elevate your workspace: Incremental edits to your interior, such as rethinking your shelving, swapping out your wall decor and adding a touch of the past to your modern-day desktop, can actually make a big difference. Alongside an ornate Art Deco–era desk lamp and an antique paperweight, your inkwell will look right at home and can support your effort to create a happy home office.

Find a collection of unique metal inkwells to suit any taste on 1stDibs or shop by style. Browse a range of Art Nouveau inkwells, Victorian inkwells, Art Deco inkwells and more. Search our selection of inkwells to find the perfect piece for any space.

Questions About French Enamel Inkwell
  • What is French enamel?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    French enamel is a type of decoration produced by applying liquid glass to metal. The French company Limoges popularized the technique during the 16th century, producing jewelry and decorative objects with intricately painted portraits, flowers and landscape scenes. You'll find a collection of French enamel furniture, jewelry and art on 1stDibs.

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