Inkwells
20th Century French Louis XV Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
Early 19th Century Russian Empire Antique Inkwells
Malachite, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
20th Century Hollywood Regency Inkwells
Crystal, Metal
1890s German Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Metal
1880s English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Baroque Inkwells
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s French Antique Inkwells
Crystal
Mid-19th Century French Art Deco Antique Inkwells
Brass, Pewter
1880s American Antique Inkwells
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass, Copper
17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Inkwells
Ceramic
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Pewter
Early 1900s Swiss Antique Inkwells
Pine
Early 20th Century Art Deco Inkwells
Glass
Mid-19th Century French Provincial Antique Inkwells
Faience
Late 19th Century English Renaissance Antique Inkwells
Metal
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Inkwells
Glass, Bone, Walnut
Early 20th Century Austrian Black Forest Inkwells
Art Glass, Softwood
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Inkwells
Brass
Early 1900s French Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Silver
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century French Classical Roman Antique Inkwells
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Bronze, Brass
Late 19th Century Belle Époque Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century German Jugendstil Inkwells
Metal
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Inkwells
Ormolu
1890s English Art Nouveau Antique Inkwells
Porcelain
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Inkwells
Brass, Bronze, Enamel
19th Century Regency Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Inkwells
Metal
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Inkwells
Ormolu
Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Inkwells
Brass
2010s Italian Inkwells
Resin
15th Century and Earlier Persian Islamic Antique Inkwells
Silver, Bronze
19th Century English Antique Inkwells
Pottery
19th Century French Antique Inkwells
Bronze
1890s British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
19th Century German Antique Inkwells
Pottery
20th Century British Inkwells
Silver
1960s English Victorian Vintage Inkwells
Ceramic
19th Century English High Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Inkwells
Brass
1880s English Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
1850s British Victorian Antique Inkwells
Sterling Silver
19th Century English Regency Antique Inkwells
Rosewood
Early 1900s European Baroque Antique Inkwells
Brass
1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Inkwells
Glass, Resin
Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Inkwells
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Inkwells
Copper
Early 20th Century Unknown Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Inkwells
Marble, Gold, Bronze
Early 1900s American Aesthetic Movement Antique Inkwells
Bronze
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.





