Inkwells
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Wood
1890s French Belle Époque Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 1900s English Antique Inkwells
Silver
1920s German Other Vintage Inkwells
Silver Plate
Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1880s Antique Inkwells
Glass
1910s British Other Vintage Inkwells
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century English Inkwells
Silver
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
19th Century French Rococo Antique Inkwells
Ormolu
1930s British Vintage Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century French Modern Inkwells
Crystal, Silver Plate
19th Century English George IV Antique Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Baroque Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Pewter
Early 19th Century French Charles X Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century Austrian Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Inkwells
Pewter
1890s English Anglo-Japanese Antique Inkwells
Brass
1890s Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Wood
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Inkwells
Silver Plate
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Inkwells
Ceramic
Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Antique Inkwells
Copper
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Inkwells
Ceramic
Early 1900s Austrian Victorian Antique Inkwells
Spelter
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century Inkwells
Silver
1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Inkwells
Steel
1890s British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Wood
1860s French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century British William IV Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Inkwells
Brass
19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver, Bronze
1810s English Regency Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Inkwells
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1880s French High Victorian Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Ceramic
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Pewter
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
19th Century German Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Velvet, Cut Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Inkwells
Soapstone
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Enamel, Pewter
Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century French Islamic Antique Inkwells
Brass
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Chrome
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century British Antique Inkwells
Oak
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century Country Antique Inkwells
Spelter
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.