Inkwells
19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Mother-of-Pearl, Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Brass
17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Pottery
1890s American Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Inkwells
Bone
Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Inkwells
Hardwood
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Chrome
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
1880s Gothic Revival Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Metal
1890s English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1880s French Renaissance Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
19th Century British William IV Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1930s European Vintage Inkwells
Wood
19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver, Bronze
1810s British Egyptian Revival Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
1880s French Neoclassical Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Inkwells
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Inkwells
Brass
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Inkwells
Marble
Early 20th Century English Georgian Inkwells
Silver
Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Inkwells
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1920s French Vintage Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Glass, Resin
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Gold, Bronze
Late 19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Brass
1910s Scottish Vintage Inkwells
Silver Plate
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Marble
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Marble
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Gold, Bronze
19th Century French Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
Early 20th Century Unknown Inkwells
Bakelite
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Inkwells
Bone
18th Century Asian Islamic Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Pewter
1880s Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Glass, Resin
20th Century English Art Deco Inkwells
Crystal, Silver Plate
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Bronze, Gold
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Bone
Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Marble
19th Century Charles X Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 1900s Scottish Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 1900s German Jugendstil Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Bronze, Gold
Vintage, New and Antique Inkwells
Now that we no longer need vintage, new or antique inkwells for written communication, these elegant desk accessories make for a distinctive decorative touch in any home office or study.
Prior to the 19th century, the inkwell was an integral part of the writing process. The first fountain pen was patented in 1827. Typewriters found acceptance during the 1880s, and the ballpoint pen, which replaced the inkwell on most desks and writing tables of the era, modernized the way we write. (Later, it would transform how some of us make art.) Today, a well-designed antique or vintage inkwell is a fun, decorative accent for any work area.
If you find yourself working from home today more often than not, why not freshen things up a bit? Small changes can help elevate your workspace: Incremental edits to your interior, such as rethinking your shelving, swapping out your wall decor and adding a touch of the past to your modern-day desktop, can actually make a big difference. Alongside an ornate Art Deco–era desk lamp and an antique paperweight, your inkwell will look right at home and can support your effort to create a happy home office.
Find a collection of unique metal inkwells to suit any taste on 1stDibs or shop by style. Browse a range of Art Nouveau inkwells, Victorian inkwells, Art Deco inkwells and more. Search our selection of inkwells to find the perfect piece for any space.