Inkwell - Divit ottoman - Bronze, Brass

Antique Ottoman Divit – 23 cm – Finely chiseled bronze

Item: Divit (reed pen case)
Origin: Ottoman Empire, 19th century
Dimensions: Total length: 23 cm
Material: Patinated bronze, engraved decoration

This superb Ottoman divit, measuring 23 cm, is a fine example of 19th-century imperial craftsmanship. Made of bronze, it features a finely chiseled floral decoration along its entire length, typical of the prestige objects used by scribes and scholars of the period.

The reed pen case comes with its integrated inkwell, with a hinged lid, which is fully functional. The set reflects a refined daily use, at the crossroads of the utilitarian and the symbolic.

Condition: Very good overall condition, even patina, smooth lid mechanism.
Provenance: Private collection, France.
Interest: Collector's item, ideal for lovers of Islamic art, calligraphy or Ottoman history.