Inkwells
19th Century Charles X Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
Late 20th Century Moroccan Aesthetic Movement Inkwells
Enamel
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Chrome
19th Century German Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Inkwells
Silver
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Porcelain, Wood
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Onyx, Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Brass, Bronze
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Griotte Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Gold, Bronze
Early 20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Mid-19th Century Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Enamel
Late 19th Century British Antique Inkwells
Oak
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Iron
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1890s German Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Metal
Late 19th Century Country Antique Inkwells
Spelter
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Silver
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Metal
19th Century Antique Inkwells
Marble, Ormolu
1910s German Arts and Crafts Vintage Inkwells
Pewter
1860s French Empire Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Spelter
Early 20th Century European French Provincial Inkwells
Ceramic
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Enamel
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Rubber
1880s Swiss Victorian Antique Inkwells
Softwood
1920s Arts and Crafts Vintage Inkwells
Faience
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Brass
1880s British Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate, Brass
19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1880s Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Softwood
19th Century English High Victorian Antique Inkwells
Pottery
1890s Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
1930s English Vintage Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
1880s American Antique Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
1920s British Vintage Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century French Classical Roman Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century European Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
1990s Empire Inkwells
Silver
1890s English Antique Inkwells
Metal
1930s European Vintage Inkwells
Wood
Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate, Brass
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Inkwells
Pewter
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.