Inkwells
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells
Marble
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 1900s French Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Chinoiserie Inkwells
Ormolu
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Bronze
1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Inkwells
Bronze
1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Inkwells
Bronze
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Brass, Bronze, Enamel
Late 20th Century French Modern Inkwells
Crystal
20th Century American Victorian Inkwells
Crystal, Iron
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Bronze, Gold
Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Inkwells
Art Glass
1910s German Arts and Crafts Vintage Inkwells
Pewter
Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Inkwells
Art Glass
20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Unknown Rococo Revival Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Inkwells
Art Glass
Early 20th Century American Victorian Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Inkwells
Metal, Brass
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Inkwells
Crystal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Victorian Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Inkwells
Sterling Silver
20th Century English Neoclassical Inkwells
Mid-20th Century Italian Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
1920s German Art Nouveau Vintage Inkwells
Pewter
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Inkwells
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Inkwells
Bronze, Enamel
Early 1900s British Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1950s French Vintage Inkwells
Crystal
1960s Moroccan Moorish Vintage Inkwells
Metal
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century Empire Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Blown Glass
20th Century Belgian Inkwells
Brass
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Brass
Early 1900s English Antique Inkwells
Silver
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Inkwells
Quartz, Bronze
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Porcelain
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Inkwells
Marble
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Inkwells
Bronze
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Brass
Early 1900s European Baroque Antique Inkwells
Brass
1920s German Other Vintage Inkwells
Silver Plate
1910s British Other Vintage Inkwells
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century Austrian Black Forest Inkwells
Art Glass, Softwood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Marble, Metal
20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Glass
Early 20th Century German Jugendstil Inkwells
Crystal, Metal, Sterling Silver, Silver
20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Inkwells
Brass
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.