Inkwells
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century English George IV Antique Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Inkwells
Malachite, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Enamel
19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Inkwells
Siena Marble, Brass, Bronze
1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Metal
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Pewter
1880s French Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Earthenware
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1890s English Anglo-Japanese Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Inkwells
Bronze
Early 1900s Baroque Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 19th Century French Charles X Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1840s Louis Philippe Antique Inkwells
Crystal
20th Century Italian Other Inkwells
Animal Skin, Wood
Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Inkwells
Opal, Brass
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century Austrian Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Enamel
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Spelter
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Inkwells
Pewter
2010s Italian Inkwells
Resin
2010s Italian Inkwells
Resin
1830s Russian Antique Inkwells
Silver
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Bronze
1860s French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Inkwells
Ceramic
1890s Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Wood
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Inkwells
Uranium Glass
2010s Italian Inkwells
Resin
Mid-20th Century Italian Inkwells
Silver
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Marble
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Inkwells
Metal
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Silver Plate
2010s Italian Inkwells
Resin
19th Century French Victorian Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 1900s Austrian Victorian Antique Inkwells
Spelter
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century Japanese Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Antique Inkwells
Copper
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Bronze
2010s Italian Inkwells
Resin
2010s Italian Inkwells
Resin
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Inkwells
Silver Plate
20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century Italian International Style Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Inkwells
Ceramic
Late 19th Century English Renaissance Antique Inkwells
Metal
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.