$1,995
H 4 in W 4 in D 2.5 in
English Regency Inkwell in Patinated Bronze and Ormolu with Dolphin Mount
Located in London, GB
English Regency patinated bronze and ormolu double inkwell. Set upon a rectangular base with
Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century Bronze and Ormolu Cherub and Dolphin Encrier
Located in London, GB
swimming dolphin, enclosing inkwells and sander with mythical sea creature border, supported on leaf cast
Bronze, Ormolu
Early 19th Century Bronze and Ormolu Shell and Dolphin Pentray
Located in London, GB
holding a sea nymph taper stick, flanked by well-cast dolphins holding water lily inkwells.
Bronze, Ormolu
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H 5 in W 6 in D 4.25 in
Grand Tour Ormolu Gilt Bronze Dolphin Inkwell Regency Manner Thomas Messenger
Located in Dublin, Ireland
above two gilded Dolphins resting on a bronze plinth of sarcophagus form which is adorned with classical
Ormolu, Bronze
19th Century French Bronze and Gilt Dolphin Inkwell
Located in Delft, NL
19th century French bronze and gilt dolphin inkwell The inkwell is all bronze and the inkwell
Bronze
Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Turquoise Inkwell
Located in Water Mill, NY
Attractive Neoclassical gilt bronze and turquoise inkwell with dolphin top
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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