Inkwells
1920s Arts and Crafts Vintage Inkwells
Faience
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Ceramic, Faience
1660s Dutch Baroque Antique Inkwells
Ceramic, Majolica, Faience
Mid-17th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Inkwells
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
1620s Dutch Baroque Antique Inkwells
Ceramic, Majolica, Faience
1620s Dutch Baroque Antique Inkwells
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
1630s Dutch Baroque Antique Inkwells
Ceramic, Majolica, Faience
1630s Dutch Baroque Antique Inkwells
Ceramic, Majolica, Faience
Mid-17th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Inkwells
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Mid-17th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Inkwells
Ceramic, Majolica, Faience
1620s Dutch Baroque Antique Inkwells
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Crystal
Early 1900s German Arts and Crafts Antique Inkwells
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
19th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Antique Inkwells
Faience
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.