Antique Middle Eastern | Bronze Ink and Pen Case with Inkwell | Circa 18th–19th Century

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Antique Middle Eastern | Bronze Ink and Pen Case with Inkwell | Circa 18th–19th Century

Description
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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Ottoman Empire, Middle East (likely Anatolia or the Levant)
Material: Cast bronze
Period: 18th–19th century CE

Description

This antique Ottoman travelling ink and pen case, traditionally known as a divit, is a finely crafted utilitarian object used by scribes, scholars, and officials throughout the Ottoman Empire. Cast in solid bronze, the case features an elongated rectangular form designed to hold reed pens, alongside an integrated inkwell fitted with a hinged lid for secure transport.

The exterior is decorated with engraved floral and geometric motifs, reflecting the refined metalworking traditions of the Ottoman world. Designed for mobility, such writing cases were essential tools for educated elites, allowing correspondence, record-keeping, and calligraphic work to continue while traveling.

Features

- Integrated bronze inkwell with hinged lid

- Elongated pen compartment with hinged end closure

- Hand-engraved floral and geometric decoration

- Solid cast bronze construction with aged patina

- Functional travelling writing instrument used by Ottoman scribes

Cultural Significance

Writing and calligraphy held profound importance within Ottoman society, particularly in administration, religion, and literature. Objects such as this divit were symbols of education, authority, and refinement. Portable ink and pen cases allowed officials and scholars to perform their duties while on the move, making them indispensable tools within the empire’s bureaucratic and intellectual life.

Condition

Good antique condition, with surface wear, patina, and oxidation consistent with age and historical use. Hinges remain intact, engraved decoration is clearly visible, and no modern repairs are observed.

Dimensions (approximate)

Length: 9.5 inches
Width: 2.25 inches

Age

Approximately 150–250 years old

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Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Ottoman Empire, Middle East (likely Anatolia or the Levant)
Material: Cast bronze
Period: 18th–19th century CE

Description

This antique Ottoman travelling ink and pen case, traditionally known as a divit, is a finely crafted utilitarian object used by scribes, scholars, and officials throughout the Ottoman Empire. Cast in solid bronze, the case features an elongated rectangular form designed to hold reed pens, alongside an integrated inkwell fitted with a hinged lid for secure transport.

The exterior is decorated with engraved floral and geometric motifs, reflecting the refined metalworking traditions of the Ottoman world. Designed for mobility, such writing cases were essential tools for educated elites, allowing correspondence, record-keeping, and calligraphic work to continue while traveling.

Features

- Integrated bronze inkwell with hinged lid

- Elongated pen compartment with hinged end closure

- Hand-engraved floral and geometric decoration

- Solid cast bronze construction with aged patina

- Functional travelling writing instrument used by Ottoman scribes

Cultural Significance

Writing and calligraphy held profound importance within Ottoman society, particularly in administration, religion, and literature. Objects such as this divit were symbols of education, authority, and refinement. Portable ink and pen cases allowed officials and scholars to perform their duties while on the move, making them indispensable tools within the empire’s bureaucratic and intellectual life.

Condition

Good antique condition, with surface wear, patina, and oxidation consistent with age and historical use. Hinges remain intact, engraved decoration is clearly visible, and no modern repairs are observed.

Dimensions (approximate)

Length: 9.5 inches
Width: 2.25 inches

Age

Approximately 150–250 years old

Learn More

Discover the Art of Calligraphy in Islamic Art through an essay from The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

View Our Collection of Middle Eastern Antiquities & Ancient Art

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