{"product_id":"vintage-levenger-brass-frog-snail-inkwell","title":"Vintage Levenger Brass Frog \u0026 Snail Inkwell Desk Accessory Missing Glass Insert","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVintage Levenger Brass Frog \u0026amp; Snail Inkwell Desk Accessory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhimsical and functional, this vintage Levenger inkwell features two textured brass frogs carrying a detailed snail whose shell forms the hinged inkwell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounted on a satin-finished metal base with a felted underside, the piece was designed as an elegant desk accessory for fountain pen enthusiasts and collectors of distinctive office décor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original removable glass ink reservoir is no longer present, but the sculptural brass design remains an attractive display piece. The hinged snail shell opens smoothly, revealing the cavity where the glass insert originally rested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-home-decor\" title=\" Decorative inkwell \/ desk accessory\"\u003e Decorative inkwell \/ desk accessory\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Levenger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass figures with metal base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two frogs carrying a hinged snail-shaped inkwell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker\/Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"LEVENGER\" engraved on base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Base approximately 6 x 3½ inches; approximately 4½ inches tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Felt-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood vintage condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal glass ink pot is \u003cstrong\u003emissing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHinged lid opens and closes properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass shows an attractive aged patina with light surface wear consistent with age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase displays light handling wear appropriate for vintage use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplays beautifully as a decorative desk collectible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLevenger is well known for producing distinctive writing accessories inspired by traditional desk appointments. Their whimsical animal-themed inkwells have become popular with collectors of fountain pen accessories and literary décor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven without the original glass insert, examples like this are appreciated for their sculptural quality and decorative appeal on a writing desk, bookshelf, or office display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (\u003ca title=\"shipping policy\" href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\"\u003eno surprises\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"about reading vintage\" href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\"\u003eWhile I do my best\u003c\/a\u003e to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48850618122495,"sku":"H9 – T 1–30331","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Vintage_Levenger_brass_frog_and_snail_inkwell.jpg?v=1784315571","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/vintage-levenger-brass-frog-snail-inkwell","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}