Inkwells
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Inkwells
Bronze
1830s French Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
1890s American Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Inkwells
Bone
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
19th Century English Regency Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
1880s French High Victorian Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Glass, Resin
1870s French Japonisme Antique Inkwells
Ormolu, Enamel
Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
1940s Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Inkwells
Stone
20th Century English Art Deco Inkwells
Crystal, Silver Plate
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century French Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century Austrian Other Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 18th Century Danish Baroque Antique Inkwells
Faience
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Inkwells
Marble, Gold, Bronze
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Inkwells
Gold, Bronze
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Inkwells
Marble, Gold, Bronze
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Inkwells
Marble, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Mid-19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century French Rococo Antique Inkwells
Brass
16th Century Renaissance Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1890s French Antique Inkwells
Porcelain, Wood
Early 20th Century American Modern Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Gold, Bronze
1920s French Vintage Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Inkwells
Metallic Thread
1880s German Antique Inkwells
Marble, Brass, Bronze
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Gold, Bronze
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Ceramic
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Crystal
19th Century Regency Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1820s French Empire Antique Inkwells
Gold Plate, Bronze
17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Inkwells
Ceramic
1880s Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Glass, Resin
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Silver
1920s Vintage Inkwells
Glass, Wood, Nutwood, Walnut
Late 20th Century Moroccan Aesthetic Movement Inkwells
Enamel
1890s French Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
19th Century French Islamic Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Enamel, Pewter
Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Pewter
Early 20th Century French Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Silver Plate
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Gold, Bronze
Late 19th Century European Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Inkwells
Soapstone
19th Century Spanish Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Metal, Silver Plate, Iron
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.