Inkwells
1920s Vintage Inkwells
Marble, Brass
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Ormolu
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
1880s Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
1870s Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1810s French Empire Antique Inkwells
Ormolu
Late 19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Glass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 1900s Danish Neoclassical Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Austrian Edwardian Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 1900s European Antique Inkwells
Fruitwood
20th Century British Inkwells
Silver
Early 20th Century English Inkwells
Tin
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Crystal
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Inkwells
Stone
19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Inkwells
Siena Marble, Bronze
19th Century English Georgian Antique Inkwells
Silver
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1880s English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century American Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Inkwells
Brass
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Cut Glass, Wood
19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Inkwells
Glass
1870s English Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1870s French Louis XIV Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century Baltic Baltic Antique Inkwells
Malachite
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1990s Italian Empire Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Ceramic, Faience
Early 1900s American Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Malachite, Bronze
20th Century English Chinoiserie Inkwells
Pewter
Late 19th Century European Empire Antique Inkwells
Onyx, Bronze
1890s English Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
1890s French Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1810s French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Glass
Late 18th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Inkwells
Faience
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Inkwells
Metal
19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
1950s Indian Vintage Inkwells
Brass
1820s French Antique Inkwells
Gold
Early 19th Century French Regency Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century Antique Inkwells
Brass
1870s English Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Early 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Inkwells
Metal
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century European Louis Philippe Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Late 20th Century Arts and Crafts Inkwells
EPNS
19th Century European Regency Antique Inkwells
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Crystal, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Nickel
1770s Spanish Neoclassical Antique Inkwells
Silver
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.