Inkwells
Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Inkwells
Ceramic, Faience
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Inkwells
Marble, Ormolu
1890s French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
Late 19th Century European Empire Antique Inkwells
Onyx, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Bronze
Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Inkwells
Stone
1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Inkwells
Copper
19th Century English Grand Tour Antique Inkwells
Crystal
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Ceramic
Late 19th Century French Early Victorian Antique Inkwells
Metal
Early 1900s Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Inkwells
Ceramic
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century English Inkwells
Silver
19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Glass, Resin
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Pewter
1890s English Anglo-Japanese Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century Austrian Other Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Wood
19th Century Moorish Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century Unknown Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Marble, Metal, Brass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1920s Vintage Inkwells
Marble, Brass
19th Century Dutch Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Silver
19th Century English Georgian Antique Inkwells
Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Brass
1910s German Arts and Crafts Vintage Inkwells
Pewter
Mid-20th Century Unknown Victorian Inkwells
Brass, Bronze
1880s English Antique Inkwells
Mahogany
Early 1900s French Antique Inkwells
Faience
18th Century Asian Islamic Antique Inkwells
Brass
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Ceramic
1850s British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
1890s English High Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
20th Century American Art Deco Inkwells
Chrome
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Steel
Mid-19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Glass
20th Century Spanish Regency Inkwells
Wood, Walnut, Leather
1890s German Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Wood
19th Century Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass
19th Century Antique Inkwells
Glass
Early 18th Century Danish Baroque Antique Inkwells
Faience
Early 20th Century Edwardian Inkwells
Crystal
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Steel
19th Century French Rococo Antique Inkwells
Metal
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Bronze
Mid-19th Century Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Enamel
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells
Marble
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Bronze, Gold
19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Marble, Brass
Early 20th Century Inkwells
Metal
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.