Antique SilverCrest Bronze Inkwell – J. G. Silver Co. Art Deco Desk Inkwell (Model #184, c. 1920s)

A handsome antique SilverCrest Bronze Inkwell by J.G. Silver Co., featuring a domed flip-top lid and heavy bronze body with rich, aged patina. The interior retains its original glass ink insert, a hallmark of fine craftsmanship from the early 20th century. This substantial piece showcases the industrial elegance of the Art Deco era — smooth lines, weighty form, and metallic warmth that bring old-world refinement to any writing desk or display vignette.

Approx. 1.5” tall (2.75” open)  × 3.5” wide
Weight: 8.6 oz
SilverCrest Bronze was a popular line by J.G. Silver Manufacturing Co. of New York, active from the 1910s through the 1930s. Known for blending silver and bronze tones, SilverCrest produced a range of luxury desk and vanity accessories. This inkwell’s No. 184 model reflects the streamlined aesthetic of the late Art Deco movement — functional yet timeless, crafted for writers, scholars, and letter enthusiasts during an age when correspondence was an art form.

Wear & Condition

item is vintage or antique, and as such, may exhibit typical signs of age—including light surface wear, patina, faint discoloration, minor imperfections & crazing. These characteristics are part of its charm and story. Please review all photos carefully before purchasing

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Some vintage pieces may have been produced before modern lead safety regulations. These are sold for decorative purposes only and are not intended for food or drink use.

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