Inkwells
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Silver
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Crystal, Pewter
20th Century Louis XIV Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Metal, Enamel
20th Century Italian Other Inkwells
Animal Skin, Wood
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Marble
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Inkwells
Cut Glass, Mahogany, Walnut
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass, Silver Plate
1890s American Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Crystal
1830s French Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
19th Century Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century French Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Modern Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Rubber
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
1880s American Antique Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Brass
19th Century Empire Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Brass
19th Century Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1870s Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Enamel
19th Century Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
19th Century French Empire Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Gold
Late 19th Century Austrian Grand Tour Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass, Copper
20th Century Art Nouveau Inkwells
Bronze
20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Inkwells
Serpentine
1910s English Edwardian Vintage Inkwells
Onyx, Sterling Silver
20th Century Gothic Inkwells
Crystal, Iron, Wrought Iron
20th Century German Art Nouveau Inkwells
Pewter
19th Century Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Silver, Bronze
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Pottery
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Inkwells
Ormolu
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Stone, Marble
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass
20th Century British Victorian Inkwells
Crystal
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.