Antique Victorian Judd Cast Iron Glass Inkwell and Pen Stand
Located in Greer, SC
Wonderful antique Victorian cast iron inkwell holder with glass inkwell. The glass ink well has the
Iron
19th Century Victorian Cast Iron "Lion" Inkwell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Figural lion inkwell boasting original paint with hinged lion's head concealing the well, circa
Iron
Beautiful French Angel Face Cast-Iron Inkwell France Antique, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
desk. Made of cast iron and glass. Marked with a number and letters. Found at an estate sale in
Wood
19th Century cast iron inkwell in the form of Sir John Fallstaff
Located in London, GB
An unusual late 19th century cast iron Inkwell, in the form of Sir John Fallstaff, the head lifting
Bronze
Sold
H 4.75 in W 4.25 in D 2.75 in
19th Century French Grand Tour Patinated Iron Napoleon’s Tomb Inkwell
Located in Stamford, CT
A mid 19th century Grand Tour, French, Inkwell in the form of Napoleon’s tomb. The patinated black
Iron
Art Nouveau Double Inkwell, w/Original Glass Inserts by B&H, ca. 1910
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Petaluma, CA
This beautiful little inkwell has a strong commitment to the art nouveau movement. From the cameo
Iron
Sold
H 4 in W 6.25 in D 12 in
1892 Antique Victorian Cast Iron Dual Postal Letter Inkwell Ink Stand Desk Set
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 1892 cast iron desk set / ink caddy featuring letter holder, pen tray and two glass
Iron
Victorian Cast Iron Figural Inkwell
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is an 1800s cast iron inkwell with very nice original paint. The mouth and head is hinged and
Iron
1920's Bouillotte Lamp with 19th C. Cast Iron Inkwells
Located in Easton, PA
Bouillotte lamp with a pair of 19th C. cast iron inkwells/candlesticks mounted on an oval wooden
Iron, Metal
Mastiff Inkwell
Located in Llandudno, Conwy
A cast iron cold painted inkwell in the form of a mastiff with a bamboo pen with mastiff head
Iron
$595
H 1.5 in W 4 in D 2.5 in
Colmont Ft Paris Mother of Pearl French Opera Glasses With Leather Case, 1890s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning set of opera or theatre glasses in original leather case. By Colmont FT Paris France, Circa 1890s Gorgeous Mother-of-pearl and abalone inset on brass cylindrical body w...
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Set of Four Copper Pans
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian French set of four copper pans of circular form having a tempered copper base, iron handles with copper rivets and hanging holes. They are heavier than the average...
Copper
$2,715
H 40.16 in W 23.82 in D 25.01 in
ANTIQUE THOMAS CHIPPENDALE CLAW & BALL CARVED BERGERE BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAiR
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly collectable, Circa 1900-1920 Thomas Chippendale style carved with Claw & Ball feet...
Leather, Hardwood
Meissen Scent Bottle Rocaille En Miniature Watteau Pictures Painted Made
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen nicest rare scent bottle en miniature Please note: Abundantly painted with Watteau scenes! Manufactory: Meissen Dating: made during first half of 19th century (circa 18...
Porcelain
$5,499
H 30.32 in W 32.09 in D 30.71 in
Antique Restored Cigar Brown Leather Chesterfield Tufted Library Armchair
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, circa 1900 fully restored Chesterfield tufted library armchair A very rare find, I never come across original library ...
Leather
$5,499
H 8.94 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
FINE 18TH CENTURY TURNED CASTLE POT HOLDING PERiOD CARVED CHESS SET MUST SEE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare 18th century hand carved cycling pot in the form of a Chess rook or castle which holds a per...
Wood
$16,708 / set
H 35.04 in W 78.35 in D 38.59 in
COMFORTABLE PAIR OF HOWARD & SON'S STYLE SiLK BLEND FLORAL UPHOLSTEREED SOFAS
By Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of Floral Silk blend upholstered three seat Howard & Son's style sofas Please note the de...
Silk, Hardwood
$600Sale Price|50% Off
H 13 in W 13 in D 13 in
Clear and Frosted Lucite and Brass Chanderlier Flushmount Ceiling Lighting
Located in Toronto, ON
Stunning chandelier with brass base and lucite. This chandelier features clear and frosted lucite. There are 53 pieces of lucite in total. The brass base has hooks to place each piec...
Brass
$3,829
H 31.7 in Dm 31.11 in
ANTiQUE GERMAN BLACK FOREST CARVED RAMS HEAD ANTLER SUPPER TABLE PART OF A SUITE
By Black Forest
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare original German late 19th century black forest antler supper cafe side table which is part of...
Wood
$1,827Sale Price|25% Off
H 48.23 in Dm 13 in
Lovely Large Hand Carved Corinthian Pillar Jardiner Stand for Antique Display
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand carved Corinthian pillar with floral detailing Please note the delivery fee listed is j...
Oak
$1,795 / set
H 4 in Dm 7 in
Pair Antique German Meissen Porcelain Openwork Compotes Footed Gilt Floral Bowls
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Portland, OR
A very good pair of antique mid 19th century Meissen porcelain compotes or footed bowls, circa 1850. The bowls are very finely made of open pierced work, with a band of diamond shape...
Porcelain
$417,720
H 86.03 in Dm 51.97 in
Extremely Rare Victorian Chandelier of Exceptional Quality and Size by F&C Osler
By F. & C. Osler
Located in Steyning, West sussex
An extremely rare early Victorian 20-light cut-glass silvered mounted chandelier of exceptional quality the baluster thumb and radial cut shaft with lower shaft canopy and draping pa...
Silver Plate
$7,800Sale Price|65% Off
W 138 in L 176 in
Oushak Rug Oriental Hand Knotted Turkish Oushak 11'6" x 14'8" #6303
Located in Houston, TX
Oushak Rug Oriental Hand Knotted Turkish Oushak 11'6" x 14'8" #6303 Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces, where elegance meets funct...
Wool
$94,683
H 58 in Dm 38 in
Highly Important Mid Victorian Antique Chandelier Attributed to F. & C. Osler
By F. & C. Osler
Located in Steyning, West sussex
A fine quality Victorian twelve-light cut glass and silvered mounted chandelier the flat diamond cut baluster stem surmounting by six thumb cut Sheppard crooks terminating with trump...
Cut Glass
$7,144
H 18.12 in Dm 7.88 in
Large Émile Gallé Art Nouveau Cameo Vase With Daffodil Decor, France, Ca 1904
By Émile Gallé
Located in Vienna, AT
Baluster-shaped vase body on a slightly flared, flush base with a bulbous, upwardly widening wall, on gently sloping shoulders a constriction to form a short neck piece with a slight...
Glass
$3,829
H 41.93 in W 27.76 in D 25.6 in
VICTORIAN THOMAS CHIPPENDALE LION'S HAIRY PAW BERGERE BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAiR
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly collectable, Circa 1880 Thomas Chippendale style carved with Lion's hairy Paw feet...
Leather, Hardwood
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.
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