Inkwells
Late 19th Century Country Antique Inkwells
Spelter
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Ceramic
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Onyx, Brass
19th Century English High Victorian Antique Inkwells
Pottery
1880s German Antique Inkwells
Marble, Brass, Bronze
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Iron
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century German Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Velvet, Cut Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century French Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century British Inkwells
Brass
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Inkwells
Soapstone
1880s Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Walnut
19th Century Regency Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Metal, Silver Plate, Iron
19th Century French Islamic Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century Belgian Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Metal, Brass
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Brass
1910s German Arts and Crafts Vintage Inkwells
Pewter
1880s French High Victorian Antique Inkwells
Ebony
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Inkwells
Crystal
19th Century Egyptian Moorish Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
19th Century Italian Other Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Classical Roman Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century Asian Moorish Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century English Grand Tour Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Italian Inkwells
Silver
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Enamel
Late 20th Century Moroccan Aesthetic Movement Inkwells
Enamel
Early 20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
19th Century Spanish Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Brass
Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
19th Century Antique Inkwells
Marble, Ormolu
20th Century English Inkwells
Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Brass
1920s English Other Vintage Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Metal
1920s Arts and Crafts Vintage Inkwells
Faience
1860s French Empire Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
1870s Scottish Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Inkwells
Brass, Bronze
1990s Empire Inkwells
Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Inkwells
Marble
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Spelter
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze, Enamel
15th Century and Earlier Persian Islamic Antique Inkwells
Silver, Bronze
19th Century English Georgian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1890s German Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Wood
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Inkwells
Pewter
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.