Inkwells
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
1920s British Vintage Inkwells
Brass
1880s Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Softwood
1890s Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
1880s American Antique Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Bronze
20th Century German Art Nouveau Inkwells
Pewter
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
20th Century Art Nouveau Inkwells
Bronze
Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Inkwells
Pewter
Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
1990s Empire Inkwells
Silver
Early 20th Century French Classical Roman Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century British Inkwells
Brass
1890s French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
20th Century Gothic Inkwells
Crystal, Iron, Wrought Iron
1830s English George IV Antique Inkwells
Agate, Silver
Late 19th Century European Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate, Brass
Early 19th Century Italian Charles X Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Inkwells
Pewter
Mid-20th Century Italian Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
Late 19th Century Belgian Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Brass, Metal
19th Century English Grand Tour Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 1800s French Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
1910s British Vintage Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass
19th Century Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Silver, Bronze
19th Century English Grand Tour Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century Austrian Anglo-Indian Inkwells
Spelter
Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1890s German Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Wood
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1880s French High Victorian Antique Inkwells
Ebony
19th Century Moorish Antique Inkwells
Brass
1890s Scottish Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Brass
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
19th Century Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Inkwells
Marble
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver
19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver
Early 1900s Antique Inkwells
Bronze
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.