Vintage Swan Inkwell

Vintage Swan Inkwell – Cast Metal with Hinged Wings

A poetic nod to old-world craftsmanship, this swan-shaped inkwell is both functional and sculptural. Cast from metal with beautifully carved wings and a long arched neck, the piece features a hinged lid that opens to reveal multiple inkwell compartments, hinting at its original purpose as a writing companion. Its design feels like something straight from an artist’s atelier or a 19th-century desk in a study filled with letters, ideas, and invention.

Condition: Vintage – signs of age and oxidation consistent with time; patina adds to its character
Era: Early to mid-20th century
Dimensions: Approx. 18.5 cm x 11 cm x 14 cm

Ways to Use This Piece:

• Display on a bookshelf or writing desk as a sculptural object

• Use as a unique storage for rings, paperclips, or matchsticks

• Add to a collection of antique desk accessories or curiosities

• Gift to a writer, artist, or collector who appreciates character-rich objects