Inkwells
1810s Antique Inkwells
Ebony
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Inkwells
Ceramic
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
1850s French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
1850s British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1890s German Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Wood
1810s English Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Ceramic
1810s English Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Inkwells
Marble
1840s British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s English Egyptian Revival Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century English Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Inkwells
Bronze
15th Century and Earlier Persian Islamic Antique Inkwells
Silver, Bronze
19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
20th Century English Other Inkwells
Silver
1910s Scottish Art Nouveau Vintage Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 1900s French Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
1910s Scottish Vintage Inkwells
Silver Plate
19th Century Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century Egyptian Moorish Antique Inkwells
Brass
1890s Austrian Victorian Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
Early 19th Century Hungarian Biedermeier Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Inkwells
Bronze
1910s Asian Vintage Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass
19th Century Victorian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze, Other
1890s Austrian Victorian Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1920s Scottish Vintage Inkwells
Silver Plate
19th Century French Other Antique Inkwells
Metal
Late 19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Copper
Early 1900s Scottish Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Ormolu
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Inkwells
Marble, Ormolu
Early 19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Rosewood
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
20th Century American Victorian Inkwells
Crystal, Iron
1880s French Neoclassical Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Marble, Bronze
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Inkwells
Ormolu
1870s Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Enamel
Late 19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Ormolu
19th Century Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1930s German Black Forest Vintage Inkwells
Wood
1920s English Other Vintage Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Glass
1880s French Antique Inkwells
Walnut
Late 19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Metal
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 1900s Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
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.