Its holders often held it in tandem with other titles, including the prestigious position of " kanikleios " ( keeper of the imperial inkstand ).
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The best match is probably the handsome gilt bronze inkstand, circa 1820, on loan from the Hoffman-Gampetro Gallery at 1050 Second Ave . in Manhattan.
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In 1745, a fine Greek-made inkstand inlaid in silver was found in a nearby, ancient cove, in Suberito ( at now, Sovereto ).
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For example, " carved ivory " hair brushes have been replaced by plastic ones; visiting cards, inkstands and riding whips are no longer in regular use.
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It appeared in illuminated manuscripts and was popular in decorative art, including 15th-century Italian inkstands and other works in maiolica, and " cassoni ".
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The Syng inkstand is decorated in late Rococo style and includes, from left to right in the image shown, a pounce pot, quill holder, and inkpot.
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In the room are two 17th century desks by Gottlieb Iwerson and Georg Haupt, the latter featuring an ornamental inkstand originally intended to be a gift to Marie Antoinette.
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Ormolu was popularized in the 18th century in France and is found in such forms as wall sconces ( wall-mounted candle holders ), inkstands, clocks and garnitures.
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Hill hit Yancey in the head with a glass inkstand on the floor of the Senate, but in the ensuing investigation it was Yancey, not Hill, who was censured.
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The Imam-Caliph al-Hakim was a great patron of learning and provided paper, pens, ink and inkstands without charge to all those who wished to study there.