Inkwells
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Marble, Metal
1890s Vienna Secession Antique Inkwells
Bronze
20th Century European Art Deco Inkwells
Brass
Mid-19th Century Turkish Islamic Antique Inkwells
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Provincial Antique Inkwells
Faience
19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Mother-of-Pearl, Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century Art Deco Inkwells
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
1870s English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
20th Century English Art Deco Inkwells
Crystal, Silver Plate
19th Century Regency Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Metal
19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
20th Century American Victorian Inkwells
Crystal, Iron
19th Century Moorish Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Inkwells
Quartz, Bronze
19th Century Egyptian Moorish Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century Moorish Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century Asian Moorish Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Inkwells
Art Glass
Early 20th Century American Victorian Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Inkwells
Art Glass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Inkwells
Metal, Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Marble
1920s Egyptian Islamic Vintage Inkwells
Brass
1960s Moroccan Moorish Vintage Inkwells
Metal
Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Art Glass
Early 20th Century American Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Inkwells
Art Glass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Crystal
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Brass, Chrome
20th Century French Inkwells
19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
Early 1900s European Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Silver Plate
19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
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.