Inkwell Collection (#6)

Man holding a pen in his right hand, c. 1830-40 (oil on canvas) (detail of 235384)
CHT225276 Man holding a pen in his right hand, c.1830-40 (oil on canvas) (detail of 235384) by French School, (19th century); Institut National des Jeunes Sourds, Paris

Trial by Jury, or Laying down the Law, c. 1840 (oil on canvas)
CTS336366 Trial by Jury, or Laying down the Law, c.1840 (oil on canvas) by Landseer, Edwin (1802-73); 120.7x130.8 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

Rudolph Ackermann, 1810-14 (oil on canvas)
OJ444830 Rudolph Ackermann, 1810-14 (oil on canvas) by Mouchet, Francois Nicolas (1749/50-1814) (attr.); 127.6x100.3 cm; National Portrait Gallery, London

Mayor McClellan, 1904 (silver gelatin print)
MNY381508 Mayor McClellan, 1904 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 27.9x35.6 cm; Museum of the City of New York, USA; (add.info.: George Brinton McClellan, Jr)

A young woman reading through a letter illustrated by Mary Ellen Edwards
3735153 A young woman reading through a letter illustrated by Mary Ellen Edwards by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info)

Davids Ink (chromolitho)
3657000 Davids Ink (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Davids Ink. Illustration for trade card)

Writing desk, c. 1860 (walnut)
3084394 Writing desk, c.1860 (walnut) by English School, (19th century); 94x59x59 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info.: A walnut Davenport with a fretted A gallery to the top)

Lamp (or inkwell) in the form of the head of an African boy
1217937 Lamp (or inkwell) in the form of the head of an African boy; hinged lid and angular handle, c. 1510-30 (bronze) by Severo da Ravenna (fl.1496-1543) (workshop of); Ashmolean Museum

Emile Zola - French Author
All Z - and Done. Emile Zola (1840-1902) - French Author, plunging Mercier, Baurepaire, Gonse, Zurlinden, Esterhazy and Paty into a pot/inkwell labelled Laboritory. Date: 1900

John Morley, 1st Viscount Morley of Blackburn
The M Pyrean. John Morley, 1st Viscount Morley of Blackburn (18381923) - British Liberal statesman, writer and newspaper editor. Date: 1900

Still life, Vanity, 1656 (oil on wood)
LRI4651192 Still life, Vanity, 1656 (oil on wood) by Claesz, Pieter (1597-1660); 39.5x60.5 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Luisa Ricciarini; Dutch, out of copyright

Boy writing with his sister, 1875 (oil on canvas)
CH463062 Boy writing with his sister, 1875 (oil on canvas) by Anker, Albert (1831-1910); 114.3x147.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Young Tedder; Jeune Faneuse, c. 1920 (pastel on brown paper)
651251 Young Tedder; Jeune Faneuse, c.1920 (pastel on brown paper) by Lhermitte, Leon Augustin (1844-1925); 35.3x47.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Young Tedder; Jeune Faneuse)

A Victorian Christmas card of a kitten overturning an inkwell, c. 1880 (colour litho)
3603411 A Victorian Christmas card of a kitten overturning an inkwell, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

Surrender of Genl. Lee, at Appomattox C. H. Va. April 9th. 1865 (colour lithograph)
3710013 Surrender of Genl. Lee, at Appomattox C.H. Va. April 9th. 1865 (colour lithograph) by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M

Dr Vasquez Gomez at the Imperial Hotel in New York, 1911 (b / w photo)
STC375615 Dr Vasquez Gomez at the Imperial Hotel in New York, 1911 (b/w photo) by Thompson, Paul (fl.c.1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: from The Wind that Swept Mexico)

Handel, c. 1930 (woodcut)
418578 Handel, c.1930 (woodcut) by Batt (Oswald Charles Barrett) (1892-1945); 25.6x20.9 cm; Gerald Coke Handel Collection, Foundling Museum

Writing Stand, manufactured by Sinceny Factory, 1746 (tin-glazed earthenware (faience
499571 Writing Stand, manufactured by Sinceny Factory, 1746 (tin-glazed earthenware (faience) with enamel decoration) by French School, (18th century); 17.2x26.85x17.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art

Defeated by work, c. 1876-1900 (oil on canvas)
AIS5356019 Defeated by work, c. 1876-1900 (oil on canvas) by Perez Siguimboscum, Jose (1841-1909); Museo de Cadiz, Spain; (add.info.: Defeated by work)

The apothecary or the chemist. Painting by Gabriel Metsu (1629-1667) Ec. Hol
JLJ4687095 The apothecary or the chemist. Painting by Gabriel Metsu (1629-1667) Ec. Hol. 17th century. h s/wood. Dim: 0, 27 x 0, 23m

Saint Jerome reading. Painting by Georges De La Tour (1593-1652), 17th century
JLJ4686789 Saint Jerome reading. Painting by Georges De La Tour (1593-1652), 17th century. Oil on canvas. Dim: 0.95 X 0.72m. Nancy, Musee Historique Lorrain - Saint Jerome reading

Portrait of Emile Zola, detail. Ink bowl with pen and books including a "Manet"
JLJ4595811 Portrait of Emile Zola, detail. Ink bowl with pen and books including a " Manet". Painting by Edouard Manet (1832-1883) 1868 Paris, Musee d Orsay by Manet

Visit of the Italian theologian and philosopher Saint Thomas Aquinas (Tommaso d
JLJ4645362 Visit of the Italian theologian and philosopher Saint Thomas Aquinas (Tommaso d Aquino, 1225-1274) to Saint Bonaventure (Giovanni di Fidanza, San Bonaventura)

Portrait of Francois Marie Arouet Voltaire (1694-1778) in his work cabinet Painting of
JLJ4646916 Portrait of Francois Marie Arouet Voltaire (1694-1778) in his work cabinet Painting of the 18th century. Dim. 0, 43 x 0, 35 m Paris

Frontispice of the collection of poems by the Portuguese poet Luis Vaz de Camoes
JLJ4654259 Frontispice of the collection of poems by the Portuguese poet Luis Vaz de Camoes, known as the Camoans (1525-1580). The poet is imprisoned there

The War in Madagascar-Anecdotal History of the French Expeditions of 1885-1895 by Henri
JLJ4632757 The War in Madagascar-Anecdotal History of the French Expeditions of 1885-1895 by Henri Galli dit Galllichet (1854-1922)

Portrait of the Minister of the Interior Jules Francois Pare (1755-1819
JLJ4623078 Portrait of the Minister of the Interior Jules Francois Pare (1755-1819) from 1793 to 1794 Painting by Jean Louis Laneuville (1748-1826) 1793 Paris, Musee Carnavalet by Laneuville

Portrait of a Man Seated (oil on canvas)
1212750 Portrait of a Man Seated (oil on canvas) by Hill, William Robert (19th century); 44.1x53.8 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; British

French Revolution: writing ink with Republican currencies of the 18th century
JLJ4612071 French Revolution: writing ink with Republican currencies of the 18th century. Paris, Musee Carnavalet by French School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet

Portrait of a Gentleman in his Office (oil on canvas, 1528-1530)
LRI4611919 Portrait of a Gentleman in his Office (oil on canvas, 1528-1530) by Lotto, Lorenzo (c.1480-1556); Gallerie dell Accademia, Venice

Portrait of Carlo Zuccari, Italian composer and violinist. 18th century (painting)
LRI4627667 Portrait of Carlo Zuccari, Italian composer and violinist. 18th century (painting) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna

Cezannes accessories. Still Life with Medallion by Philippe Solari Painting by Paul
JLJ4680121 Cezannes accessories. Still Life with Medallion by Philippe Solari Painting by Paul Cezanne (1839-1906) 1873 Sun

Portrait of the Poet Charles Baudelaire (1821-1867) Painting by Gustave Courbet
JLJ4656647 Portrait of the Poet Charles Baudelaire (1821-1867) Painting by Gustave Courbet (1819-1877) 1847 Montpellier musee Fabre by Courbet

Cover of "The Don Quixote", number 302, Satirique en Colours
ICA4926564 Cover of " The Don Quixote", number 302, Satirique en Colours, 1880_4_2: Le coup d epee de l Officiel - Anticlericalism - Rome/Vatican

Portrait of the composer Victor Rifus (1798-1838) Painting by Joseph Court (1797-1865
JLJ4676382 Portrait of the composer Victor Rifus (1798-1838) Painting by Joseph Court (1797-1865) 1822 Sun. 0, 46x0, 37 m Rouen, musee des Beaux Arts by Court

The Calling of St Matthew, detail (oil on canvas, 1599-1600)
LRI4697121 The Calling of St Matthew, detail (oil on canvas, 1599-1600) by Caravaggio, Michelangelo Merisi da (1571-1610); Contarelli Chapel, S

Cover of Les Hommes d aujourd hui, number 342, illustration by Manuel Luque
ICA4842577 Cover of Les Hommes d aujourd hui, number 342, illustration by Manuel Luque (1854-1919): De Regnier Henri (1864-1936) by Luque

Copyists, detail (miniature, 11th-12th century)
LRI4636029 Copyists, detail (miniature, 11th-12th century) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Biblioteca Vallicelliana, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Detail copyists. Manuscript Page (Ms)

Portrait of the Rt. Hon. John Hely Hutchinson
CH35304 Portrait of the Rt. Hon. John Hely Hutchinson by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Louisa Hammond (oil on copper)
FIT86037 Louisa Hammond (oil on copper) by Kauffmann, Angelica (1741-1807); 26.8x33.7 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; Swiss, out of copyright

A Trompe L Oeil With A Pewter Ink Stand, Books And Papers, 1702 (oil on canvas)
CH24126 A Trompe L Oeil With A Pewter Ink Stand, Books And Papers, 1702 (oil on canvas) by Colyer or Collier, Edwaert (c.1640-c.1707); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life is short)

Charles Dickens (1812-70) at his desk, 1858 (b / w photo)
DHM137867 Charles Dickens (1812-70) at his desk, 1858 (b/w photo) by Watkins, Herbert (b.1829); Charles Dickens Museum, London, UK; eCharles Dickens Museum; eCharles Dickens Museum, London; English

"Nature morte"(Still life) Livre, lampe de bureau
FIA5388747 " Nature morte" (Still life) Livre, lampe de bureau, lunettes et tasse de the - Peinture de Vasili Polenov (1844-1927) Oil on canvas Dim 61, 3x79, 3 cm Regional Art Museum

Inkstand, Trapani, late 17th or 18th century (gilt-copper & coral)
2627251 Inkstand, Trapani, late 17th or 18th century (gilt-copper & coral) by Italian School, (17th century); height: 26 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

Allegory of the press in the 19th century
XEE4169860 Allegory of the press in the 19th century by Moloch (Colomb B.) (1849-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: Allegory of the press in the 19th century); Stefano Bianchetti; French

Lucrece Borgia (1480-1519) by Dying Hand to Leon X (Leone 10) (1475-1521
XEE4160479 Lucrece Borgia (1480-1519) by Dying Hand to Leon X (Leone 10) (1475-1521) - engraving from Lucrezia Borgia" by Oscar Pio - 1883 by Unknown Artist

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"Inkwell: A Timeless Companion to Creativity and Knowledge" In the realm of art and intellect, the inkwell stands as a symbol of inspiration and expression. From the delicate engravings depicting Saint John of the Cross's spiritual journey to the vibrant colors adorning Franz Peter Schubert's portrait, this humble object has witnessed countless masterpieces come to life. But beyond its artistic allure, the it also bears witness to practical matters. It silently observes a couple grappling with an age-old problem – balancing their books and finding harmony in their income. Yet amidst these challenges, it remains a steadfast companion on their desk, reminding them that creativity can transcend financial constraints. Even kittens find joy in its presence, playfully swatting at each other while perched upon its surface. Their innocent antics serve as a reminder that even in serious pursuits like academia or scholarship – epitomized by Sequoya's printed Cherokee alphabet – there is always room for lightheartedness. The inkwell has seen moments of profound contemplation too. In "The Letter, " depicted on canvas with meticulous brushstrokes, emotions flow through every stroke of pen against paper. Edmond Duranty captures this sentiment perfectly in his pastel portrait where he immortalizes writer and art critic himself. Yet not all encounters with they are serene; some delve into darker realms. As witnessed in "The Witches Sabbath, " this seemingly innocuous object becomes entangled within mystical narratives where magic intertwines with reality. Scientific minds have also found solace beside an inkwell - Sir Humphry Davy's oil painting portrays him deep in thought as he ponders chemical mysteries that would shape our understanding forevermore. And then there are those who sailed across vast oceans aboard RMS Titanic carrying precious ephemera within its archives - perhaps even an ink-stained letter written by someone longing for home or love lost at sea.