Inkwells
Mid-20th Century Italian Inkwells
Silver
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Bronze
1880s French Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Paper
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Onyx, Bronze
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Metal
Early 20th Century Unknown Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century Unknown Inkwells
Bakelite
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Inkwells
Marble, Gold, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Gold, Bronze
1880s Gothic Revival Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Pewter
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Modern Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Silver
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Inkwells
Marble, Gold, Bronze
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate, Brass
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Inkwells
Bone
Late 19th Century French Japonisme Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
1850s British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
1920s Vintage Inkwells
Glass, Wood, Nutwood, Walnut
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Inkwells
Marble, Chrome
19th Century English Grand Tour Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century Italian Other Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century European Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Onyx, Brass
1850s British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass
20th Century Hungarian Inkwells
Porcelain
19th Century German Antique Inkwells
Pottery
Mid-19th Century American Antique Inkwells
Rubber
Early 19th Century Gothic Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1880s English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Gold
Early 1900s Scottish Antique Inkwells
Marble
20th Century Art Nouveau Inkwells
Bronze
1880s French Neoclassical Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Metal
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Gold, Bronze
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass
1850s French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Enamel
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
1910s Scottish Vintage Inkwells
Marble
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
1910s Scottish Vintage Inkwells
Silver Plate
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass, Copper
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.