30s Italian Art Deco Luxury Desk Inkwell – Dark Brown & Crystal Glass & Gilt Gold coloured Metal – - Inkwell - Glass, metal

A striking and substantial vintage Art Deco-style desk inkwell, beautifully combining deep chocolate-brown glass, thick transparent glass and richly patinated gilt metal.

Elegant Design & Craftsmanship

The generously proportioned rectangular base features a beautifully polished, almost black, dark brown glass surface with an integrated pen rest.
At its centre stands a substantial square inkwell crafted from thick, transparent glass, featuring a circular ink reservoir and an attractive hinged lid with gilt metal detailing.
The removable inkwell, geometric proportions and contrasting materials create a sophisticated architectural appearance, reminiscent of the finest Art Deco desk accessories.
The naturally aged gilt metal elements display a beautiful, warm patina, enhancing the object's distinctive vintage character.

This elegant writing accessory has retained its authentic vintage charm, showing some signs of age and use. The dark brown glass lid has small chips at several corners, while the rectangular base displays a few minor surface imperfections and marks. These details are clearly illustrated in the photographs and do not significantly detract from its impressive overall appearance.

Weighing an impressive 1.67 kg, this substantial piece combines decorative elegance with traditional functionality.

Details:
Period: Vintage, possibly 1930–1950
Style: Art Deco
Materials: Dark brown glass, thick transparent glass and gilt-coloured metal
Dimensions: 27 × 16.5 × 9 cm
Inkwell: 6.7 × 6.7 x 6.7 cm
Weight: 1674 grams
Features: Removable square inkwell, hinged lid and integrated pen rest
Condition: Attractive vintage condition with authentic patina and minor imperfections, as mentioned above and photographed
Origin: Italy