Inkwells
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Metal
19th Century Dutch Antique Inkwells
Delft
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
Mid-19th Century French Art Deco Antique Inkwells
Brass, Pewter
Early 1900s French Empire Antique Inkwells
Glass
1910s Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Sterling Silver
19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
18th Century Spanish Rococo Antique Inkwells
Ceramic
1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Marble
19th Century Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
20th Century French Louis XV Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
Early 1900s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Silver Plate
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century German Jugendstil Inkwells
Metal
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Inkwells
Iron
Mid-19th Century Turkish Islamic Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass, Pewter
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Inkwells
Bronze
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Fruitwood
1820s French Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 19th Century French Charles X Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century British Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Metal
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Brass, Bronze, Enamel
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Inkwells
Glass
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass
Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
1840s Louis Philippe Antique Inkwells
Crystal
1820s English Regency Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Inkwells
Ceramic
20th Century British Inkwells
Silver
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century Unknown Inkwells
Bronze
2010s Italian Inkwells
Resin
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Copper
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
1880s American Antique Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Unknown Rococo Revival Inkwells
Bronze
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Jade, Silver
Early 20th Century French Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Enamel
Late 19th Century Belle Époque Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Inkwells
Metal
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Enamel
1880s English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Griotte Marble, Bronze
Late 18th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1890s American Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Inkwells
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.





