Desk inkwell set Art Deco, crystal glass black, brass, Poland, 1920s.
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This 1920s Art Deco desk inkwell set is a representative example of Polish period design. The set comprises two glass containers for water and ink, produced from cut crystal glass with geometric faceting and vertical cuts, and mounted on a rectangular tray made of glossy black hyalite glass. Handles and fittings, including rounded lids and endpieces, are crafted from polished brass, now displaying a subtle patina acquired over time. The form emphasizes symmetry, functional logic, and the skilled combination of noble materials typical for the era. The fixing of handles and fittings is sturdy, and both crystal containers show no visible chips or cracks. The overall preservation is very good—brass details reveal natural age in the form of light surface wear and fine scratches, all consistent with authentic use and with no impact on appearance or function.This set tells a story all its own, evoking an atmosphere of interwar offices defined by modern elegance. The deep black of the tray reflects light like a midnight lake, while the cut crystal containers scatter it with geometric clarity. The patinated brass stands as a quiet witness to decades past, recalling the pursuit of excellence in the daily rituals of writing and contemplation, and embodying the 1920s’ ethos where luxury and disciplined form went hand in hand.The inkwell set is best displayed on a desk with minimalist or classic lines—one might pair it with a simple photo frame, a dark palisander box, or marble paperweights. It works well amid leather-bound books or a collection of fountain pens. Suited to Art Deco interiors, where it highlights geometric rhythm and interplay of materials, this set can just as easily introduce an understated note of gravitas and
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Height9.5 cm
Width32 cm
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Width32 cm
Height9.5 cm
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