Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Late 18th Century Baroque Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Brass, Bronze
1920s Louis XVI Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Early 19th Century Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Brass
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Marble
1890s British Victorian Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Glass
19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Brass
Early 19th Century French Art Deco Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Nickel
1880s Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Glass
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Glass
1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Steel
1890s French Neoclassical Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Bronze
19th Century Moorish Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Brass
1890s French Empire Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Bronze
19th Century French Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Malachite, Bronze
1890s English Victorian Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Brass
Early 1900s French Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Bronze, Nickel
Late 19th Century Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Malachite, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Gold, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Bronze
19th Century French Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Crystal, Bronze
Early 1900s Other Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Porcelain
Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Bronze
1910s Asian Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Brass
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Brass
19th Century English High Victorian Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Pottery
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Bronze, Ormolu
1890s French Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Porcelain, Wood
Mid-19th Century French Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Gold, Brass
1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Brass
1880s English Victorian Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Marble, Bronze
1890s German Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Empire Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate
1920s French Art Deco Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Marble, Bronze
Early 1900s French Empire Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Bronze
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Crystal, Brass
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Crystal, Brass
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Onyx, Brass
19th Century Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Crystal, Brass
1880s French Neoclassical Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Crystal, Marble, Bronze
19th Century English Regency Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Wood, Rosewood
19th Century French Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Marble, Brass
1880s French Empire Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Gold, Bronze
1870s English Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Brass
1890s French Belle Époque Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Bronze
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Marble, Gold, Bronze
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Marble, Gold, Bronze
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Marble, Brass
Early 19th Century English Queen Anne Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Brass
19th Century British Victorian Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Crystal
1880s English Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Porcelain
19th Century Louis XV Antique Desk Inkwells And Accessories
Silver, Bronze
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Finding the Right inkwells for You
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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