Antique Desk Set - Egyptian Revival? Art deco? Gothic?

Forgive the confusion in the title of the listing...
On occasion, we come across a piece of history that is unique and beautiful - a piece that screams a particular style and age. However, we don't always get to find out where or when a particular piece is from. Sadly, this is the scenario we find ourselves facing, here.
Desk sets have been around since time immemorial. Scribes in medieval times had organized desks where quills and ink were kept safe and dry. Sticking to religion (most of the first pieces of known literature were provided by the church or local religious organization), the bible and other holy scriptures would have been scribed the same way, very probably using a quill and parchment, near a similar piece of apparatus. Materials were varied, from wood to marble and even gold for more affluent writers, these pieces were a window into the wealth and social standing of the author. But here, our hunt hits a dead-end.
This set is a beautiful piece of art. Made of brass and copper, with a tin or brass bottom inlay (painted green), the design is reminiscent of an art deco with a bit of gothic style, as well. However, no matter the search parameters or the literature I peruse, I cannot locate a single example of this particular desk set. With two inkwells and a clock (that still runs), this handsome set is a gorgeous example of turn-of-the-century design. There is only one hint as to the age of this piece - the plate on the reverse of the clock. There are no manufacturers marked anywhere on the entire set - not even the mechanism in the clock has a maker's mark. But the clock plate has some letters engraved into it. The font used tends to point us to a specific age - in this case, the printing is reminiscent of turn-of-the-century engraving. As such, I am inclined to believe that, based on the writing, the internal gearing of the clock and the style of the entire set, this set dates from the early-1900s or late 1800s. Could it be Egyptian revival, from the mid-1800s? The style resembles some of the design cues on our piece and the screws are all flat-head and seemingly hand-made... It's a possibility, but again, I am unable to find a single example of this set so I am hesitant to add another 40 years to its age without concrete evidence. If it is Egyptian Revival, however, we're looking at a 175-year-old piece of history!
The set is in very good condition. Yes, there's some slight discolouration in a few fringe areas, maybe a very slight touch of bending to the brass borders, but nothing to detract from the overall beauty, shape or function of the piece. Each ink well should have a glass insert but both are missing. The insert in the bottom of the set is sagging a touch on the edges, but it doesn't affect the function and you wouldn't even be able to notice this small defect unless you flipped the entire set over and looked for it. It sits flat, the quill rest is solid and complete, each well is structurally sound and complete and it is in very good structural condition. The clock even runs! However, be warned, it ticks quite loudly and needs to be wound once every two days to keep correct time. The brass can be easily shined up, but as many of our clients prefer patina, I have left the tarnish on the piece. Overall, I would rate the piece as 8/10.

This would make a wonderful gift or addition to anyone who collects or has interest in antique writing implements and desk sets.

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