Inkwells
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 18th Century Baroque Antique Inkwells
Brass, Bronze
Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Inkwells
Bronze
2010s American Art Deco Inkwells
Crystal, Brass
1840s English William IV Antique Inkwells
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Inkwells
Steel
Early 20th Century British Inkwells
Brass
20th Century Gothic Inkwells
Crystal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Inkwells
Crystal, Metal, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Zinc
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century French Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Classical Roman Inkwells
Bronze
Early 1900s American Antique Inkwells
Brass
20th Century Belgian Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Inkwells
1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Inkwells
Steel
19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
1880s French Antique Inkwells
Marble, Griotte Marble, Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Silver, Bronze
1940s Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Inkwells
Stone
Early 1900s Other Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
Early 1900s French Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Nickel
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Inkwells
Metal
1880s English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1890s British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century French Moorish Antique Inkwells
Onyx, Bronze
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass, Copper
20th Century German Art Nouveau Inkwells
Pewter
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Gold
1890s French Antique Inkwells
Crystal
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Onyx, Bronze
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Glass, Walnut
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Inkwells
Silver
Early 20th Century English Georgian Inkwells
Silver
19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century European Inkwells
Marble
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1890s French Rococo Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 1900s French Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1850s French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century American Japonisme Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Inkwells
Crystal, Pewter
19th Century Italian Antique Inkwells
Marble
19th Century Italian Other Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Inkwells
Ceramic
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Glass, Wood
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.





