Inkwells
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Brass
Early 1900s French Antique Inkwells
Faience
19th Century German Antique Inkwells
Pottery
Late 20th Century French Modern Inkwells
Crystal
Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Brass
17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Inkwells
Ceramic
Mid-19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Onyx, Brass
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Brass
1930s English Vintage Inkwells
Brass
19th Century Moorish Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Brass
19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Pottery
Mid-19th Century European Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Stone, Marble
1890s British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1890s English Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
1890s English Antique Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century British Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Art Deco Inkwells
Glass
Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Inkwells
Porcelain
Early 1900s Danish Neoclassical Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
20th Century English Other Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century European Antique Inkwells
Silver
19th Century English William IV Antique Inkwells
Silver
1840s French Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
1870s British Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
19th Century European Regency Antique Inkwells
20th Century French Inkwells
19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
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.