{"product_id":"antique-large-ornate-cast-brass-double-inkwell","title":"19th Century Cast Brass Double Inkwell with Pen Tray","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking antique 19th-century double inkwell made from heavy cast brass with a wonderfully rich, aged patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe substantial base is beautifully decorated with scrolling foliage, classical motifs, and finely cast relief work. Two lidded inkwells sit prominently within the ornate design, with hinged lids that open smoothly to reveal the original ink reservoirs. A generous tray across the front provides the traditional resting place for pens or quills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the kind of piece that would once have occupied the desk of a well-appointed study — part functional writing tool and part status symbol. Its impressive size, substantial weight, intricate casting, and richly aged surface reflect an era when even practical everyday objects were designed with considerable attention to detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, it makes a stunning decorative accent for a desk, library, or study and an appealing collectible for anyone interested in antique writing instruments. It would also make a memorable gift for a writer, historian, or lover of old-world décor.\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\u003eVery good antique condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is expected age-related wear and a wonderfully developed patina throughout. Remnants of old ink remain inside the inkwells, providing evidence of their historical use and adding to the authenticity of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, this is a very good example of an antique writing accessory that has retained considerable character from its years of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have tried to show as much as possible in the photographs, so please zoom in and study them closely. Additional 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\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 13 1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepth: 9\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 4\"\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 #: GY2894\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\u003eType: Double Inkwell \/ Desk Stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Cast Brass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes: Two Original Ink Reservoirs\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 13 1\/2\" size creates an impressive desk or library display\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront tray provides space for displaying pens or quills\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth hinged inkwell lids open smoothly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWonderful gift for a writer, historian, or collector of antique writing accessories\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. 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