inkstands
Quill dipping stations
Inkstands are containers designed to hold ink bottles and writing implements on a desk.
Before fountain pens and ballpoints, writers dipped their pens into inkwells set into these stands.
Inkstands often included compartments for spare nibs, blotters, and sealing wax—forming a complete writing station.
Antique inkstands remain collectible: a silver inkstand from the Victorian era.
Feather used for writing
- penInk-filled writing tool
- blotterPorous paper sheet
- writing deskFurniture for correspondence
- stationeryCorrespondence writing materials
correspondence · letter writing · secretary desk · inkwell · penmanship · nib · penholder · escritoire
Of a prim era
- brassCopper-zinc metal mixture
- crystalOrdered-atom solid
- porcelainTranslucent fired clay
- collectibleObject worth amassing
heirloom · patina · auction · estate sale · cut glass · sterling silver · ornate · decorative
quill
Feather used for writing
- penInk-filled writing tool
- blotterPorous paper sheet
- writing deskFurniture for correspondence
stationery · correspondence · letter writing · secretary desk · inkwell · penmanship · nib · penholder · escritoire · study
Victorian
Of a prim era
collectible · heirloom · patina · auction · estate sale · cut glass · sterling silver · ornate · decorative · curio
reservoir
Large water storage basin
tray · hinged · compartment · stopper · fitted · embossed · filigree · ormolu · pedestal · footed
inkstandstablet computers
Portable touchscreen devices
keyboards · touchscreens · ballpoint pens · felt-tip pens · gel pens