Black Forest-Style Carved Wood Cabin Inkwell and Pen Rest

Hammer

£18

Black Forest-Style Carved Wood Cabin Inkwell and Pen Rest

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A carved wood novelty desk accessory, identified in the market as being in the Black Forest style and functioning as an inkwell and pen rest. The piece is carved entirely from dark brown wood, featuring a large, naturalistic leaf-shaped tray base with carved vein details and serrated edges, which serves as the pen rest. Mounted centrally on the base is a miniature rustic cabin or house, constructed with plank-style walls and a hinged plank roof. The hinged roof opens to reveal a single, removable black ceramic or glass insert designed to hold ink. The overall aesthetic is consistent with naturalistic folk art carvings. No visible manufacturer markings or inscriptions are present.