{"product_id":"antique-french-black-marble-gilt-bronze-double-inkwell-pen-holder-and-blotter-desk-set","title":"French Black Marble \u0026 Gilt Bronze Double Inkwell Desk Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful 19th-century French desk set combining richly veined black marble with ornate gilt bronze, complete with a double inkwell, pen rest, and matching ink blotter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe substantial black marble base is naturally accented with white veining and fitted with two decorative gilt bronze inkwells, each retaining its hinged lid. A recessed groove running around the perimeter of the base provides a practical resting place for a pen while adding definition to the handsome architectural form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original glass inserts from the two inkwells are no longer present, although traces of old ink remain inside, offering a wonderful reminder of the set's original working life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccompanying the inkwell is its matching marble ink blotter, finished with an ornate gilt bronze knob handle and remarkably retaining old blotting paper underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolid, weighty, and beautifully decorative, this handsome set would make a striking addition to a writing desk, library, study, or collection of antique writing accessories. Even without the glass inserts, it has wonderful sculptural presence and offers an evocative glimpse into the rituals of the 19th-century writing desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood antique condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set is solid and substantial with expected age-appropriate wear throughout. The two inkwells retain old ink residue, and there is slight surface staining within one of the pen grooves, as shown in photograph #6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original glass inkwell inserts are no longer present. The matching blotter retains old blotting paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the description and provide additional details regarding the marble, gilt bronze, staining, wear, and overall condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional photographs are always available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInkwell\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 3 1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 9 3\/4\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlotter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 3 1\/4\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 5 1\/4\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 2 1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem #: GY2984\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeriod: 19th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials: Black Marble and Gilt Bronze\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes: Double Inkwell \/ Pen Holder and Matching Ink Blotter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlass Inkwell Inserts: Not Present\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubstantial black marble construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural white marble veining\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair of gilt bronze hinged inkwells\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated perimeter pen groove\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatching marble ink blotter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrnate gilt bronze detailing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld blotting paper retained\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandsome and weighty desk accessory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy With Confidence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe strive to provide clear descriptions and detailed photographs that accurately represent each piece. If you would like any additional information or photographs before purchasing, we're always happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; In-Store Pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item ships within the contiguous USA using calculated shipping. Simply click \"Add to Cart\", proceed to checkout, and enter your delivery address to receive an accurate shipping rate based on your location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll smaller items are professionally packed with great care and typically dispatched within two business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor free in-store pickup at our Cary, North Carolina showroom, simply select \"Pick Up\" during checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any questions before placing your order, including shipping, combined purchases, or checkout, please don't hesitate to contact us. 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