This desk inkwell set, comprising two transparent crystal inkwells with matching lids on a rectangular tray, is rooted in the transitional period of the 1920s, where late Secessionist influences merge with early Art Deco aesthetics. The inkwells are cubical, adorned with precise geometric cuts and starburst motifs on the lids and bases, while the tray features beveled edges and a stepped border that emphasize the set's architectural and symmetrical composition. The entire ensemble is crafted from cool, clear crystal with a highly polished, reflective surface. There are no additional fittings or decorative accents; the focus rests solely on the clarity of form and the quality of the cut. Condition: very good, with no visible traces of use, scratches, or chips, and a bright, lustrous surface.This set echoes the quiet rituals of early modernist offices, where the act of writing was imbued with a sense of ceremony. The cubic inkwells and architectural tray conjure the image of a well-ordered desk, with light refracting gently across the sharp edges of the crystal and casting delicate patterns on wood or leather. The set tells of an era when every detail—from writing accessories to the arrangement of one’s work surface—was designed for order and harmony, and correspondence was a meaningful, personal act.One might display this set on a veneered desk in a classic study or on a lacquered console in a living room, accompanied by a substantial table lamp with a milk glass shade or a collection of vintage fountain pens in a leather case. It would pair well with wooden desk accessories, inlaid boxes, or in an Art Deco-themed interior against matte pastel walls and chrome accents. Alternatively, it could serve as a historical accent in a contemporary space, juxtaposed with a minimalist document organizer or a glass letter tray.
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Height7 cm
Depth11 cm
Width18 cm
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Width18 cm
Height7 cm
Depth11 cm
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