Ecritoire Collection

Ancient Rome: Selling and manufacturing books, 1866 (coloured engraving)
XEE702503 Ancient Rome: Selling and manufacturing books, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

A gentleman, vetu in the fashion of the English Regence (1811-1820), sits in front of his writings to write a poem in
FLO4565902 A gentleman, vetu in the fashion of the English Regence (1811-1820), sits in front of his writings to write a poem in the pen (Bath, England) - Eau forte by Francis Eginton (1737-1805)

Writing case in green, white and gold given to Marie Antoinette by Loius XVI with globe, celestial globe
FLO4633448 Writing case in green, white and gold given to Marie Antoinette by Loius XVI with globe, celestial globe, crown of pearls and fleurs de lys, cameos and painted cupids

Saint Marc. Incipit de l'evangile de Saint Marc. Xeme siecle
GIA5034665 Saint Marc. Incipit de l'evangile de Saint Marc. Xeme siecle.; (add.info.: Saint Marc. Incipit de l'evangile de Saint Marc. Xeme siecle.); © Giancarlo Costa

Saint Marc. Incipit de l'evangile de Saint Marc. XIeme siecle. Manuscrit Grec
GIA5034666 Saint Marc. Incipit de l'evangile de Saint Marc. XIeme siecle. Manuscrit Grec.; (add.info.: Saint Marc. Incipit de l'evangile de Saint Marc. XIeme siecle)

Scribe at work with quill and knife at a writing desk, seated on a chair with footrest, 9th century
6338982 Scribe at work with quill and knife at a writing desk, seated on a chair with footrest, 9th century by Villain (19th century); (add.info)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Ecritoire; Inkstand; Schreibzeug (engraving)
7195818 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Ecritoire; Inkstand; Schreibzeug (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ecritoire; Inkstand; Schreibzeug)

Napoleon III Case Necessarie de Bureau, c. 1864-66 (enamelled silver, silver gilt
1065859 Napoleon III Case Necessarie de Bureau, c.1864-66 (enamelled silver, silver gilt, bloodstone, Sevres-style porcelain & semi-precious stones) (see also 1065855-8) by Rudolphi

Illustration for the Danse Macabre, published Paris, 1485 (woodcut) (b / w photo)
BBC211055 Illustration for the Danse Macabre, published Paris, 1485 (woodcut) (b/w photo) by Marchant, Guy (fl.1485); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Mother teaching her child to write at a writing desk. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Augustin Legrands Amour et Tendresse (Love and Tenderness), Louis Janet, Paris, 1820

Ms. fr. 273 fol. 7 Livy (59 BC-AD 17) Writing and the Foundation of Rome
XIR173254 Ms.fr.273 fol.7 Livy (59 BC-AD 17) Writing and the Foundation of Rome, from The Annals of the Roman People translated by Pierre Bersuire, c.1475 (vellum) by Fouquet

Regence ecritoire, c. 1715-20 (brass inlaid tortoiseshell & ebony)
CH469028 Regence ecritoire, c.1715-20 (brass inlaid tortoiseshell & ebony) by Boulle, Andre Charles (1642-1732) (attr. to); 7.5x60x53 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French

St. Luke Writing, from a Book of Hours (vellum)
MMT220020 St. Luke Writing, from a Book of Hours (vellum) by Bourdichon, Jean (1457-1521); 22.1x15.5 cm; Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Napoleon III Case Necessarie de Bureau, c. 1864-66 (enamelled silver, silver gilt
1065858 Napoleon III Case Necessarie de Bureau, c.1864-66 (enamelled silver, silver gilt, bloodstone, Sevres-style porcelain & semi-precious stones) (see also 1065855-9) by Rudolphi

The Ford Brothers in an interior
DRE72990 The Ford Brothers in an interior by Opie, John (1761-1807); 76.2x63.5 cm; Private Collection; eDreweatt Neate Fine Art Auctioneers, Newbury, Berks, UK; English, out of copyright

Ms 9198 f. 19 The copyist Jean Mielot (fl. 1448-68) working in his scriptorium
XIR90992 Ms 9198 f.19 The copyist Jean Mielot (fl.1448-68) working in his scriptorium, from Life and Miracles of the Virgin (vellum) by Le Tavernier, Jean I (fl.1434-60); Bibliotheque Nationale

Napoleon III Case Necessarie de Bureau, c. 1864-66 (enamelled silver, silver gilt
1065856 Napoleon III Case Necessarie de Bureau, c.1864-66 (enamelled silver, silver gilt, bloodstone, Sevres-style porcelain & semi-precious stones) (see also 1065855-9) by Rudolphi

Napoleon III Case Necessarie de Bureau, c. 1864-66 (enamelled silver, silver gilt
1065855 Napoleon III Case Necessarie de Bureau, c.1864-66 (enamelled silver, silver gilt, bloodstone, Sevres-style porcelain & semi-precious stones) (see also 1065856-9) by Rudolphi

Copyist Writing upon a Sheet of Vellum, from a manuscript
XJF173284 Copyist Writing upon a Sheet of Vellum, from a manuscript, illustration from Science and Literature in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, written and engraved by Paul Lacroix

Ecritoire given to Marie Antoinette by Louis XVI.. Chromolithograph by Gillot of an illustration by Edouard Garnier from The Soft Paste Porcelain of Sevres, Maison Quantin, Paris, 1891

Regency gentleman seated at an ecritoire with a feather pen.. Handcolored copperplate engraving by Francis Eginton from Christopher Ansteys The New Bath Guide, John Browne, Bath, 1807

The Vision of St. Bernard, c. 1485-87 (tempera & oil on panel) (for detail see 82733)
XAL80050 The Vision of St. Bernard, c.1485-87 (tempera & oil on panel) (for detail see 82733) by Lippi, Filippino (c.1457-1504); 210x195 cm; Church of the Badia, Florence

St. Gregory the Great (540-604) in his Study (tempera on panel)
XAL197106 St. Gregory the Great (540-604) in his Study (tempera on panel) by Pseudo Jacopino di Francesco (fl.1360-83); 63x35 cm; Pinacoteca Nazionale, Bologna

Interior of a Scriptorium, School of Segovia (oil on panel)
XIR105491 Interior of a Scriptorium, School of Segovia (oil on panel) by Spanish School, (16th century); Museo Lazaro Galdiano, Madrid, Spain; Spanish, out of copyright

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"Exploring the Ecritoire: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the world of ancient Rome, where books were not only treasured but also manufactured and sold. Delve into the vibrant streets filled with bustling bookshops, as this coloured engraving from 1866 takes you back in time. In another corner of history, a full-length portrait captures Jeanne Antoinette Poisson, Marquise de Pompadour in all her glory. The oil on canvas painting from 1756 showcases her elegance and sophistication, reminding us of the importance placed on writing during that era. Travel even further back to the 9th century, where a scribe diligently works at his writing desk. With quill in hand and knife by his side, he meticulously crafts beautiful manuscripts while seated on a chair with a footrest. Witnessing such dedication reminds us of the timeless artistry involved in written communication. Le Vocabulaire Illustre presents an enchanting engraving showcasing an ecritoire – an inkstand or Schreibzeug – highlighting its significance as a tool for writers throughout history. This illustration invites us to appreciate how these objects have evolved over time while remaining essential companions for those who put pen to paper. A glimpse into Napoleon III's Case Necessarie de Bureau reveals exquisite enamelled silver and silver gilt craftsmanship from c. 1864-66. These luxurious pieces demonstrate how writing instruments became symbols of status during this period. The Danse Macabre woodcut published in Paris in 1485 adds intrigue to our exploration. Its black-and-white photo transports us to medieval times when death was personified through dance—a reminder that even amidst mortality, words continue to be immortalized through ink. Witnessing a mother teaching her child at a writing desk evokes feelings of nostalgia and warmth—reminding us that knowledge is passed down through generations using these cherished tools. Ms. fr. 273 fol.