Inkwells
1880s French Neoclassical Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells
Marble
19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Inkwells
Siena Marble
1930s Minimalist Vintage Inkwells
Marble
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Sterling Silver, Bronze
1890s English Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Ormolu
19th Century Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1890s Russian Antique Inkwells
Metal
20th Century European Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass
1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Inkwells
Metal
Early 1900s American Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century Unknown Aesthetic Movement Inkwells
Brass
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Bronze
1880s French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century Rococo Antique Inkwells
Malachite, Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Silver
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Inkwells
Bronze, Enamel
Early 1900s British Antique Inkwells
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Inkwells
Bronze
1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Glass, Wood
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
1950s French Vintage Inkwells
Crystal
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Enamel
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Pewter
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Crystal, Pewter
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Wood
Early 20th Century Empire Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Inkwells
Bronze
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Blown Glass
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Inkwells
Metal
1890s French Belle Époque Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1890s German Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
1870s Antique Inkwells
Metal
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Brass
Early 1900s English Antique Inkwells
Silver
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Glass, Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Porcelain
Mid-19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Malachite, Ormolu
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Inkwells
Brass, Bronze
Late 19th Century Antique Inkwells
Silver
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Inkwells
Bronze
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Marble, Brass
Early 1900s European Baroque Antique Inkwells
Brass
1880s English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
1920s German Other Vintage Inkwells
Silver Plate
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.