{"product_id":"antique-french-d-l-depose-cast-iron-inkwell-pen-rest-c-1900","title":"Antique French D.L. Déposé Cast Iron Inkwell \u0026 Pen Rest, c.1900","description":"A richly detailed French cast-iron desk inkwell dating to approximately 1890-1910. This compact writing accessory features an integrated pen rest, a square glass ink insert and a hinged cover.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAcross the surface, tiny human figures, animals, birds and fruiting vines emerge from dense scrolling foliage. Traces of the original gold-toned bronzed finish remain on the raised details, creating beautiful contrast against the naturally darkened cast iron.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe underside is marked \"D.L. Déposé,\" indicating a French registered design. A wonderfully atmospheric antique for a writing desk, library or collected interior.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nGood antique display condition with age-related wear, oxidation and patina. The glass insert has visible chipping around its rim, residue and imperfections. Not tested for use with ink. Please examine all photographs carefully.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nDimensions with glass insert installed:\u003cbr\u003e\n8\" L × 3.75\" W × 2\" H\u003cbr\u003e\n20.3 × 9.5 × 5.1 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Echo Sound \u0026 Culture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44579255124057,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/9230\/7801\/files\/il_fullxfull.8479833709_so2x.jpg?v=1787703744","url":"https:\/\/www.echosoundculture.com\/products\/antique-french-d-l-depose-cast-iron-inkwell-pen-rest-c-1900","provider":"Echo Sound \u0026 Culture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}