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Pre-War Metal Inkwell with Bird Figurine
Pre-War Metal Inkwell with Bird Figurine

Pre-War Metal Inkwell with Bird Figurine

Located in Opole, PL

Pre-War Metal Inkwell with Bird Figurine Metal inkwell with a bird figurine, dating back to the

Category

Early 20th Century European Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

Pair Antique Victorian Edwardian Clear Cut Crystal Gold Gilt Metal Inkwell
Pair Antique Victorian Edwardian Clear Cut Crystal Gold Gilt Metal Inkwell

Pair Antique Victorian Edwardian Clear Cut Crystal Gold Gilt Metal Inkwell

Located in Greven, DE

Pair Antique Victorian Edwardian Clear Cut Crystal Gold Gilt Metal Inkwell Continental Crystal

Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Crystal, Metal

19th Century English Silvered Metal 'Worried Knight' Inkwell
19th Century English Silvered Metal 'Worried Knight' Inkwell

19th Century English Silvered Metal 'Worried Knight' Inkwell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th Century English Silvered Metal 'Worried Knight' Inkwell Add a touch of classical whimsy to

Category

Late 19th Century English Renaissance Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

WMF Art Nouveau Inkwell, Silver-Plated Metal, Germany, c. 1900
WMF Art Nouveau Inkwell, Silver-Plated Metal, Germany, c. 1900

WMF Art Nouveau Inkwell, Silver-Plated Metal, Germany, c. 1900

Located in San Francisco, CA

. Hinged inkwell compartment at opposite end. Glass insert missing.White metal with silver plating

Category

Early 1900s German Modern Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

French Patinated Metal and Iridescent Glass Inkwell, circa 1900
French Patinated Metal and Iridescent Glass Inkwell, circa 1900

French Patinated Metal and Iridescent Glass Inkwell, circa 1900

Located in New York, NY

French patinated metal and iridescent glass inkwell, circa 1900. With lions head as cover.

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Glass

Rustic Antler Inkwell Stand with Glass and Metal Pen Holder
Rustic Antler Inkwell Stand with Glass and Metal Pen Holder

Rustic Antler Inkwell Stand with Glass and Metal Pen Holder

Located in Queens, NY

Rustic desk object / inkwell holder made of a deer antler mounted on a metal armature with bullet

Category

Late 19th Century American Rustic Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Antler

Old Paris Inkwell, France, circa 1900
Old Paris Inkwell, France, circa 1900

Old Paris Inkwell, France, circa 1900

By Old Paris

Located in Chappaqua, NY

outlines. Original metal inkwells.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century French Dore Gilt Gold Metal Double Inkwell Set
19th Century French Dore Gilt Gold Metal Double Inkwell Set

19th Century French Dore Gilt Gold Metal Double Inkwell Set

Located in Atlanta, GA

19th-century dore gold stag double ink well is an elegant and ornate piece crafted with a sense of luxury typical of the era. The glass Jars with delicate tops make this piece except...

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1890s English Victorian Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Gold Leaf

Eugène Feuillâtre "Pavot" Inkwell
Eugène Feuillâtre "Pavot" Inkwell

Eugène Feuillâtre "Pavot" Inkwell

By Eugène Feuillatre

Located in New York, NY

This stunning enamel, silvered metal, and gilt metal "Pavot" inkwell by Eugène Feuillâtre features

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Antique Anglo-Indian Styled Cast Metal Figural Camel Inkwell or Sculpture
Antique Anglo-Indian Styled Cast Metal Figural Camel Inkwell or Sculpture

Antique Anglo-Indian Styled Cast Metal Figural Camel Inkwell or Sculpture

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique cast and cold-painted inkwell has no maker's marks, but presumed to have originated

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Anglo-Indian Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Spelter

Antique Anglo-Indian Styled Cast Metal Figural Camel Inkwell or Sculpture
Antique Anglo-Indian Styled Cast Metal Figural Camel Inkwell or Sculpture

Antique Anglo-Indian Styled Cast Metal Figural Camel Inkwell or Sculpture

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique cast and cold-painted inkwell has no maker's marks, but presumed to have been made in

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Anglo-Indian Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Spelter

Antique Edwardian Elkington Inkwell, 1890
Antique Edwardian Elkington Inkwell, 1890

Antique Edwardian Elkington Inkwell, 1890

By Elkington & Co.

Located in Toledo, OH

This antique Edwardian inkwell from 1890 is covered in ornate detailing and was made by Elkington

Category

1890s Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

Art Déco German Silvered Metal Pen Tray and Inkwell Decorative Desk Stand by WMF
Art Déco German Silvered Metal Pen Tray and Inkwell Decorative Desk Stand by WMF

Art Déco German Silvered Metal Pen Tray and Inkwell Decorative Desk Stand by WMF

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in North Miami, FL

Art Déco german silvered/plated metal pen tray and inkwell decorative desk stand by

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal, Silver, Silver Plate

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Inkwell
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Inkwell

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Inkwell

Located in Greven, DE

French Inkwell with Sheaf of Grain Decoration, signed "Frecourt" France, circa 1900 Gilded metal

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Inkwell Vienna, circa 1920s
Art Deco Inkwell Vienna, circa 1920s

Art Deco Inkwell Vienna, circa 1920s

Located in Wien, AT

Art Deco inkwell Vienna, circa 1920s Original condition.

Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal, Nickel

19th Century Scottish Double Inkwell
19th Century Scottish Double Inkwell

19th Century Scottish Double Inkwell

$1,530Sale Price|56% Off

19th Century Scottish Double Inkwell

Located in Cheshire, GB

19th century Scottish double inkwell by Arthur Medlock with two hoof inkwells with metal covers

Category

Late 19th Century British Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Oak

Bronze Chinese Dragon Boat Inkwell 19th Century
Bronze Chinese Dragon Boat Inkwell 19th Century

Bronze Chinese Dragon Boat Inkwell 19th Century

Located in Rochester, NY

Chinese dragon boat double inkwell. Original glass inserts. Circa 1870's bronze. The Dragon Boat

Category

19th Century European Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Maritime Inkwell, Late 19th Century, France, circa 1880
Maritime Inkwell, Late 19th Century, France, circa 1880

Maritime Inkwell, Late 19th Century, France, circa 1880

Located in Greven, DE

Maritime Inkwell with Anchor Mount France, circa 1880 H × W × D: 12 × 10 × 8 cm Description: A

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

Large Bullmastiff Triple Inkwell, circa 1900, Dog
Large Bullmastiff Triple Inkwell, circa 1900, Dog

Large Bullmastiff Triple Inkwell, circa 1900, Dog

Located in Bath, GB

A handsome and large novelty inkwell in the form of a Bullmastiff / Bull Mastiff dog sporting his

Category

Early 20th Century European Edwardian Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

Gilt Brass Rococo Inkwell, Napoleon III, 19th Century
Gilt Brass Rococo Inkwell, Napoleon III, 19th Century

Gilt Brass Rococo Inkwell, Napoleon III, 19th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

A 19th-century French inkwell in gilded brass, designed in the Napoleon III style with Rococo

Category

19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal, Brass

art nouveau pewter inkwell, glass bucket, circa 1900
art nouveau pewter inkwell, glass bucket, circa 1900

art nouveau pewter inkwell, glass bucket, circa 1900

Located in Mouscron, WHT

art nouveau pewter inkwell, glass bucket, circa 1900

Category

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

Antique Inkwell, Shoe, Boot, France, Late 19th Century
Antique Inkwell, Shoe, Boot, France, Late 19th Century

Antique Inkwell, Shoe, Boot, France, Late 19th Century

Located in Greven, DE

Cute antique inkwell in shape of a shoe. The original ceramic ink insert is existing.

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Late 19th Century French Early Victorian Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

French Victorian Embossed Sterling Silver and Glass Inkwell
French Victorian Embossed Sterling Silver and Glass Inkwell

French Victorian Embossed Sterling Silver and Glass Inkwell

Located in Queens, NY

French Victorian rectangular double glass inkwell with incised monogrammed sterling silver hinged

Category

Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal, Silver

German Shepherd Dog Crystal Inkstand / Inkwell Desk Piece
German Shepherd Dog Crystal Inkstand / Inkwell Desk Piece

German Shepherd Dog Crystal Inkstand / Inkwell Desk Piece

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

German Shepherd Dog Crystal Inkstand / Inkwell Desk Piece Desk decorative inkwell. The base of the

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Gilt Art Nouveau Portrait Casket Double Inkwell WMF (Attrib.)
Gilt Art Nouveau Portrait Casket Double Inkwell WMF (Attrib.)

Gilt Art Nouveau Portrait Casket Double Inkwell WMF (Attrib.)

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Gilt Art Nouveau Portrait Casket Double Inkwell WMF (Attrib.) Germany, Circa 1900s Attributed to

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Inkwell from France, C. 1840
Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Inkwell from France, C. 1840

Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Inkwell from France, C. 1840

Located in Dallas, TX

Napoleon III gilt bronze inkwell is a prized find, crafted in circa 1840 France with intricate

Category

1840s French Napoleon III Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Ransomers Patent De La Rue 02 Antique Traveling Inkwell
Ransomers Patent De La Rue 02 Antique Traveling Inkwell

Ransomers Patent De La Rue 02 Antique Traveling Inkwell

Located in Vienna, AT

Beautiful antique traveling inkwell, made of wood and steel. Great condition. By De La Rue.

Category

Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

19th Century Antique Hand-Carved Marble Inkwell with Lion Motif
19th Century Antique Hand-Carved Marble Inkwell with Lion Motif

19th Century Antique Hand-Carved Marble Inkwell with Lion Motif

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Antique inkwell from Italy, Masterfully carved from marble with lion and lioness , letter opener

Category

19th Century Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Marble, Metal

Early 20th Century Glass Inkwell With Gilded Mountings
Early 20th Century Glass Inkwell With Gilded Mountings

Early 20th Century Glass Inkwell With Gilded Mountings

Located in Greven, DE

Cut Crystal Inkwell with Gilt Metal Mount Origin: France Material: Cut crystal, gilt metal Date

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Bronze

Lovely Antique Grotto Shell Souvenir du Croisir Inkwell Art Nouveau
Lovely Antique Grotto Shell Souvenir du Croisir Inkwell Art Nouveau

Lovely Antique Grotto Shell Souvenir du Croisir Inkwell Art Nouveau

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This exquisite antique inkwell is a stunning example of Art Nouveau design, shaped like a grotto

Category

Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

Early 20th Century Cut Crystal Inkwell with Silver-Plated Screw Cap
Early 20th Century Cut Crystal Inkwell with Silver-Plated Screw Cap

Early 20th Century Cut Crystal Inkwell with Silver-Plated Screw Cap

Located in Greven, DE

Cut Crystal Inkwell with Silver-Plated Screw Cap England Cut crystal, silver-plated metal Early

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Walnut Inkwell German Antique, 1890s
Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Walnut Inkwell German Antique, 1890s

Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Walnut Inkwell German Antique, 1890s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic early 1890s Black Forest Brienz wood carved inkwell in form of a walnut on a leaf. Nice

Category

1890s German Black Forest Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Black Marble Standish Double Inkwell
Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Black Marble Standish Double Inkwell

Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Black Marble Standish Double Inkwell

Located in Germantown, MD

An exceptional Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Black Marble Standish Inkwell with Cherub playing

Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Louis XV Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Marble, Metal, Brass

Bohemian Czech Art Nouveau Art Glass Inkwell with Water Lily Overlay
Bohemian Czech Art Nouveau Art Glass Inkwell with Water Lily Overlay

Bohemian Czech Art Nouveau Art Glass Inkwell with Water Lily Overlay

By Loetz Glass

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning Bohemian Czech Art Nouveau inkwell with metal water lily overlay in the style of Loetz

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal, Brass

Hand-Carved Wooden Inkwell or Pen Stand with Owl Figure, 1920s
Hand-Carved Wooden Inkwell or Pen Stand with Owl Figure, 1920s

Hand-Carved Wooden Inkwell or Pen Stand with Owl Figure, 1920s

Located in Barntrup, DE

Beautiful Art Deco style hand-carved wooden inkwell or pen stand with a majestic owl figure with

Category

1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

Travel Inkwell in leather with a Count`s Crown, probably early 18th Century
Travel Inkwell in leather with a Count`s Crown, probably early 18th Century

Travel Inkwell in leather with a Count`s Crown, probably early 18th Century

Located in Knivsta, SE

Very charming Travel Inkwell in leather with a Count`s Crown, probably early 18th Century. Nice

Category

Early 18th Century European Baroque Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Sheet Metal

19th Century Victorian Blackened Lignum Vitae Bull/Pug Dog with Bow Tie Inkwell
19th Century Victorian Blackened Lignum Vitae Bull/Pug Dog with Bow Tie Inkwell

19th Century Victorian Blackened Lignum Vitae Bull/Pug Dog with Bow Tie Inkwell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

hinged head that lifts to reveal a metal-capped glass inkwell, this piece seamlessly combines

Category

19th Century English High Victorian Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal, Brass

Art Déco English Square Shapped Cut Glass/Crystal Inkwell with Brass/Bronze Top
Art Déco English Square Shapped Cut Glass/Crystal Inkwell with Brass/Bronze Top

Art Déco English Square Shapped Cut Glass/Crystal Inkwell with Brass/Bronze Top

Located in North Miami, FL

Art Déco english square shapped cut crystal inkwell with brass/bronze spherical top By: unknown

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Zinc

19th C. Jugendstil German Cut Glass Crystal Inkwell with Polished 800 Silver Lid
19th C. Jugendstil German Cut Glass Crystal Inkwell with Polished 800 Silver Lid

19th C. Jugendstil German Cut Glass Crystal Inkwell with Polished 800 Silver Lid

Located in North Miami, FL

Late 19th century Jugendstil german cut glass crystal inkwell with polished 800 silver lid By

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Early 20th Century German Jugendstil Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Continental Very Unusual Gilt Metal Rheinstone Set Globe Shaped Inwell
Continental Very Unusual Gilt Metal Rheinstone Set Globe Shaped Inwell

Continental Very Unusual Gilt Metal Rheinstone Set Globe Shaped Inwell

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Very unusual antique continental gilt metal pedestal Rheinstone set globe shaped inkwell dating

Category

19th Century French Rococo Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

Exceptional Quality Egyptian Revival Puma Raised Bi-Metal Desk Stand
Exceptional Quality Egyptian Revival Puma Raised Bi-Metal Desk Stand

Exceptional Quality Egyptian Revival Puma Raised Bi-Metal Desk Stand

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

bodies and tails. The pumas support a copper inset tray mounted with two brass bodied inkwells with glass

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Brass, Copper

Early Century Art Nouveau Ink Well and Pen Holder
Early Century Art Nouveau Ink Well and Pen Holder

Early Century Art Nouveau Ink Well and Pen Holder

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This exquisite vintage Art Nouveau inkwell and pen holder is a true testament to the elegance and

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

Boar Tusk Oak Leaf and Acorn Desk Blotter
Boar Tusk Oak Leaf and Acorn Desk Blotter

Boar Tusk Oak Leaf and Acorn Desk Blotter

Located in New York, NY

Boar Tusk Oak Leaf and Acorn Desk Blotter. Boar tusk handled velvet blotter with gilt metal oak

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

19th Century Vieille Garde Sculpture on Inkstand by A. Le Véel and Susse Frères
19th Century Vieille Garde Sculpture on Inkstand by A. Le Véel and Susse Frères

19th Century Vieille Garde Sculpture on Inkstand by A. Le Véel and Susse Frères

By Susse Freres, Armand LeVeel 1

Located in North Miami, FL

Late 19th century Napoleon III 'Vieille Garde' sculpture with inkwells and marble base inkstand by

Category

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Stone, Marble, Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin

Antique Italian Green Marble and 'Lava Cameo' Inkstand
Antique Italian Green Marble and 'Lava Cameo' Inkstand

Antique Italian Green Marble and 'Lava Cameo' Inkstand

Located in London, GB

, diameter 14cm This charming inkstand is crafted from green marble and gilt metal. The body of the inkstand

Category

19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Marble, Metal

19th Century French Champleve Inkstand
19th Century French Champleve Inkstand

19th Century French Champleve Inkstand

Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

crystal inkwell with a champleve top. 19th century.

Category

19th Century French Other Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

18th Century French Tole Painted Ink Stand
18th Century French Tole Painted Ink Stand

18th Century French Tole Painted Ink Stand

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

18th Century French Tole Painted Ink Stand. Unique piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.

Category

18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Figural Bronze and Gilt Inkstand
19th Century French Figural Bronze and Gilt Inkstand

19th Century French Figural Bronze and Gilt Inkstand

Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

This beautifully detailed French bronze and gilt inkwell shows a Revolutionary figure sounding an

Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Bronze, Metal

Art Deco inkwell of Neo-Egyptian taste in English Silver-plated Metal
Art Deco inkwell of Neo-Egyptian taste in English Silver-plated Metal

Art Deco inkwell of Neo-Egyptian taste in English Silver-plated Metal

Located in Pistoia, IT

Sophisticated Art Deco inkwell in neo-Egyptian style, silver-plated metal and crystal, England, early 20th century. Gorgeous silver-plated inkwell with two ground crystal inkwells,...

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Metal

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Inkwell
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Inkwell

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Inkwell

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period sterling silver on bronze inkwell By Heintz

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Bronze, Sterling Silver

French architect's table, known as "à La Tronchin, Louis XVI
French architect's table, known as "à La Tronchin, Louis XVI

French architect's table, known as "à La Tronchin, Louis XVI

By Fidelys Schey

Located in Valladolid, ES

divided compartments, one of which includes a metal inkwell. The sides of the table have removable leaves

Category

1790s French Louis XVI Antique Metal Inkwell

Materials

Bronze

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Antique Metal Inkwell For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique metal inkwell you’re looking for. An antique metal inkwell — often made from metal, glass and stone — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the antique metal inkwell you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique metal inkwell, those designed in Art Nouveau, Victorian and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. A well-made antique metal inkwell has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Tiffany Studios, Armand Guénard and Franjou are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Metal Inkwell?

The average selling price for an antique metal inkwell at 1stDibs is $898, while they’re typically $180 on the low end and $8,847 for the highest priced.

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.