The Bortoletti large ink blotter is a beautifully crafted wooden desk blotter designed to absorb excess ink and help prevent smudging when writing with calligraphy dip pens or fountain pens. Decorated with elegant bronze friezes and traditional chiselled detailing, this Italian writing accessory is handmade by skilled artisans and selected by Calligraphy Arts UK for those who appreciate quality writing tools and refined desk accessories.
The size of this blotter is 6.5cm long x 4.8cm wide (2.5 inches x 1.9 inches)
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The Bortoletti large ink blotter is a traditional desk accessory created to gently absorb excess ink from freshly written pages. Inspired by antique writing desk tools, this elegant blotter features a polished wooden body enhanced with decorative bronze friezes and finely chiselled details, reflecting the craftsmanship and design heritage associated with Bortoletti writing accessories.
Ink blotters have been used for generations to prevent smudging while writing with liquid inks. By lightly rocking the blotter across the page, the blotting paper absorbs surplus ink, helping writing dry faster while preserving the crisp appearance of your lettering.
The body of the blotter is crafted from polished wood, giving it a warm and traditional appearance that complements classic writing desks. Decorative bronze friezes and chiselled embellishments add character and refinement, transforming this practical tool into a decorative desk accessory.
The blotting paper can be easily replaced by unscrewing the top knob of the blotter. This simple and effective mechanism allows you to remove used blotting paper and insert a fresh sheet whenever needed, ensuring consistent performance when drying ink.
The larger size offers a comfortable grip and wider contact surface when blotting freshly written pages.
This blotter is particularly useful for calligraphers and fountain pen users working with liquid inks. It helps prevent smudging on smooth writing papers commonly used for calligraphy, correspondence, journaling, and decorative lettering.
If you prefer a more compact blotter for a smaller writing desk or lighter everyday use, this design is also available in a medium Bortoletti ink blotter version. This gives you the same elegant Italian craftsmanship and reliable ink-drying performance in a smaller format.
Both practical and decorative, the Bortoletti large ink blotter makes a refined accessory for any writing desk. It pairs beautifully with inkwells, dip pens, and other traditional writing tools, making it a thoughtful gift for writers, calligraphers, and lovers of fine stationery.
Bortoletti Fonderia Artistica in Venice is known for producing finely crafted writing accessories inspired by Italian decorative traditions. Their collections combine artistic metalwork, refined materials, and hand-finished detailing to create desk tools that are both functional and visually distinctive.
At Calligraphy Arts UK, we specialise in quality calligraphy tools, writing accessories, and carefully chosen desk pieces for customers who value craftsmanship and design. Our Bortoletti collection is selected to complement traditional writing, fine stationery, and heritage-inspired desk accessories, helping you discover distinctive products with lasting appeal.
Bortoletti is renowned for beautifully made writing and sealing accessories inspired by Venetian artistry and traditional Italian craftsmanship. Blending decorative design with practical function, the collection brings together pens, inks, desk accessories, and wax seal tools that add refinement, personality, and pleasure to the art of correspondence.
Whether you are writing a letter, preparing invitations, styling place cards, or adding a finishing touch to a thoughtful gift, Bortoletti products help turn everyday writing into something more memorable. Rich materials, elegant detailing, and a distinctive heritage feel make this brand especially appealing to those who love the ritual of pen, ink, and seal.
Our Bortoletti range includes beautifully crafted pens, bottled inks, letter openers, desk pieces, and sealing accessories that bring charm and occasion to the written word. These are products chosen not only for their appearance, but also for the way they help create a polished and expressive result.
At Calligraphy Arts UK, we choose Bortoletti for its combination of craftsmanship, heritage style, and creative appeal. It is a brand that suits calligraphers, stationery lovers, and thoughtful gift buyers looking for writing and sealing accessories with lasting beauty and a true sense of occasion.
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I'm very disappointed in this product. I thought I was buying a normal sized blotter, and what I got looks like it's for a child to use.
Hi Kevin,
I am sorry you're not happy with your purchase. The sizes of the blotters are displayed in the product description.
Please feel free to return your blotter, or contact me - jane@calligraphyarts.co.uk
Kind regards,
Jane
Bortoletti was founded in 1980 by four brothers driven by the passion passed on by their father for bronze casting and sculpture.
It was born in Venice, and it was here that a story of love and passion began that has been handed down from father to son in respect for tradition and the need to preserve what is wonderful about culture.
Bortoletti Fonderia Artistica design and create exclusive handmade objects in the tradition of Venetian craftsmanship, from the pencils of their designers and their artistic creativity come the designs of wonderful products and it is always a lifeblood of the whole creative process.
The passion and care they devote to their products are a source of pride and satisfaction for everyone. All creations are unique pieces, handmade and produced elusively in Bortoletti's workshop. By integrating with modern habits, they restore to you the pleasure of giving that has belonged to us all for millennia. The design of Bortoletti's products is so pleasing to the eye because it speaks of the past in the language of the present.
If you have a piece of Bortoletti - you have a part of Venice in your hands.
