Inkwells
1890s Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Wood
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Inkwells
Silver Plate
1860s French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Metal
Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1840s Louis Philippe Antique Inkwells
Crystal
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Inkwells
Silver
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Inkwells
Metal
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century French Victorian Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century Japanese Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver
1880s French Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Silver Plate
Late 19th Century Italian International Style Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
2010s Italian Inkwells
Resin
2010s Italian Inkwells
Resin
2010s Italian Inkwells
Resin
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Inkwells
Bronze
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Inkwells
Ceramic
2010s Italian Inkwells
Resin
2010s Italian Inkwells
Resin
2010s Italian Inkwells
Resin
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Inkwells
Ceramic
20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century English Renaissance Antique Inkwells
Metal
20th Century European Art Deco Inkwells
Brass
Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Antique Inkwells
Copper
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 1900s Austrian Victorian Antique Inkwells
Spelter
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver
1920s Italian Gothic Vintage Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Late 20th Century French Modern Inkwells
Crystal
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
20th Century English Elizabethan Inkwells
Silver
1840s French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Metal, Bronze
Early 20th Century Inkwells
Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells
Brass
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Inkwells
Cut Glass, Mahogany, Walnut
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Inkwells
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Metal
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Wood
1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Inkwells
Steel
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1890s French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Mid-19th Century European William IV Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Brass
1880s English Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
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.