Nick Boschetto

Nick Boschetto

Prepared to Record History: Inkwells

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By Melody Amsel-Arieli   Writing systems have existed since ancient times. Sumerians, for example, used a stylus to create meaningful wedge-like impressions in soft-clay. Highly trained Egyptian scribes penned spells and bills by dipping thick, pointed river-reeds in ink prepared…

Antiques Peek: Decorate Your Desk

1848 Paperweight made by Baccarat

by Jessica Kosinski   When talking about collectibles related to writing, it is impossible to ignore the topic of paperweights. Before computers existed, writing everything out by hand was the norm. As a result, writing desks were often littered with…