Inkwells
1880s British Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate, Brass
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Griotte Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
19th Century German Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Wood
1880s Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Softwood
Early 1900s French Antique Inkwells
Crystal
19th Century Antique Inkwells
Marble, Ormolu
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Enamel
1990s Empire Inkwells
Silver
Early 20th Century European French Provincial Inkwells
Ceramic
1880s French High Victorian Antique Inkwells
Ebony
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass
1910s Scottish Vintage Inkwells
Silver Plate
1880s Swiss Victorian Antique Inkwells
Softwood
Early 20th Century Austrian Anglo-Indian Inkwells
Spelter
1910s British Vintage Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Rubber
Early 1900s Scottish Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century English Georgian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate, Brass
Mid-19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass
Early 1900s French Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
1910s English Edwardian Vintage Inkwells
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century British Inkwells
Brass
19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Glass, Wood
Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Inkwells
Pewter
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Nickel
1890s Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
1870s Scottish Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
1930s German Vintage Inkwells
Metal
1890s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Mid-19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Brass
1930s German Black Forest Vintage Inkwells
Metal
Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
1910s Asian Vintage Inkwells
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
Late 19th Century European Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
1930s Scottish Vintage Inkwells
Metal
18th Century Spanish Rococo Antique Inkwells
Ceramic
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 19th Century Italian Charles X Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass
1830s English George IV Antique Inkwells
Agate, Silver
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century Moorish Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass
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.