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Equestrian Inkwell

Gilt Bronze Equestrian Inkwell, circa 1870
Located in New York, NY
Gilt bronze equestrian inkwell, circa 1870.
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Antique 1870s English Inkwells

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Bronze

Antique English Novelty Equestrian Inkwell, Horse, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
across this wonderful figural equestrian inkwell. Beautifully cast in solid English brass, the inkwell
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Inkwells

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Brass

Antique English Equestrian Themed Silver Plate Inkwell.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Antique English Equestrian Themed Silver Plate Inkwell. Horseshoe oak base and crystal inkwell with
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Vintage 1920s Inkwells

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Silver Plate

English Officers Equestrian Silverplate, Enamel & Hoof Inkwell
By Elkington & Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
English Officers Equestrian silver plate, enamel and hoof inkwell, an exquisite example with a
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Antique 1890s English High Victorian Inkwells

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Silver Plate

Equestrian / Jockey CAP Inkstand / Inkwell, C.1890
Located in Bath, GB
plated horseshoe and a square gallery to secure the glass inkwell. The glass inkwell is topped with a
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Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Inkwells

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Silver Plate, Brass

Equestrian / Jockey CAP Inkstand / Inkwell, C.1890
Equestrian / Jockey CAP Inkstand / Inkwell, C.1890
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H 5.75 in W 5.25 in D 6.5 in
19th Century English Gold Washed Sheffield Silverplate Equestrian Themed Inkwell
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Unique Victorian English silverplate inkwell in the form of a horseshoe with hooves and lids with
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Inkwells

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Brass, Silver Plate

English Equestrian Horseshoe Silver Plate & Oak Desktop Inkwell Inkstand c. 1900
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb antique English Edwardian silverplate and oak inkwell inkstand with a pen rest, circa 1900
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Inkwells

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Crystal, Silver Plate

Early 20th Century Edwardian Double Inkwell with Horseshoe Pen Holder
Located in Middleburg, VA
Early 20th century Edwardian double inkwell with horseshoe pen holder This double inkwell desk set
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Inkwells

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Glass, Wood

Bronze Inkwell Sculpture "Les Moutons à L'abreuvoir" by Jules Moigniez
By Jules Moigniez
Located in Paris, FR
Bronze inkwell sculpture with nuanced brown patination. Two ink pots are cleverly hidden at either
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Inkwells

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Brass, Bronze

Antique English Officers Horse Hoof Inkstand
Located in Forney, TX
Scarce antique English Officers equestrian silver plate and metal mounted horse hoof. An
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Inkwells

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Metal, Silver Plate, Iron

Three Sterling Silver Mounted Commemorative Horse Hoof Inkwells
Located in London, GB
’. This set of three horse hoof inkwells will be perfect for any collector of equestrian antiques, or for
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Taxidermy

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Sterling Silver

English Edwardian Period 1900s Inkwell with Brass Equestrian Motifs and Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Edwardian period inkwell from the early 20th century, with brass equestrian motifs and
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Desk Accessories

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Brass

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Located in Bath, GB
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Located in Houston, TX
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By Longchamp
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Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Equestrian Inkwell Shagreen "Shark Skin" Silver on Bronze
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Located in Atlanta, GA
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Antique 19th Century English Edwardian Desk Accessories

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Equestrian Inkwell Circa 1900
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Antique English Equestrian Inkwell, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome heavy cast brass inkwell with a highly collectable Equestrian theme. The horseshoe
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Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Inkwells

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Brass

Antique English Equestrian Inkwell, circa 1880
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19th Century Brass Inkwell with Equestrian Design
Located in High Point, NC
Late 19th century brass inkwell. The top lifts to reveal a porcelain inkwell. The base is detailed
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Inkwells

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Brass

Antique English Novelty Inkwell, Horse Jumping, Equestrian or Jockey, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome and very unusual English novelty inkwell / desk set made from solid cast brass with an
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Brass

Antique Equestrian Horse Racing / Horseshoe Inkwell by Henry Bourn, circa 1890
By Henry Bourne
Located in Bath, GB
A charming late Victorian English Inkwell made from solid polished oak with silver plated fittings
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Antique 1890s English Inkwells

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Silver Plate

Inkwell in Sheffield Plate
Located in Palermo, IT
Inkwell in Sheffield at the end of the 19th century with iron for equestrian sports enthusiasts
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Inkwells

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Sheffield Plate

Inkwell in Sheffield Plate
Inkwell in Sheffield Plate
H 9.45 in W 4.73 in D 3.55 in
Fabulous Equestrian / Horse Racing Inkstand, c.1890, Jockey
Located in Bath, GB
The two inkwells are made from crystal, hand-cut and topped with hinged brass lids; the inkwells
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Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Inkwells

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Crystal, Brass

Antique Sterling Silver Topped Horse Hoof Inkwell, 1903
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome and unusual Edwardian inkwell made from a heavy piece of glass beautifully cut in the
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Inkwells

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Sterling Silver

Moulded Glass and Sterling Silver ‘Hoof’ Inkwell, Antique Edwardian
By Nathan & Hayes
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Edwardian moulded glass and English sterling silver mounted inkwell
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Inkwells

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Sterling Silver

Bronze and Ebonized Wood Double Inkstand
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An equestrian themed bronze and wood double inkstand. The footed base supporting the oval black
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Antique 19th Century European Inkwells

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Bronze

Antique English Silver Plated Equestrian Inkwell, with Dogs & Foxes
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique English silver plated Equestrian Inkwell, with Dogs & Foxes, with dome top, and four
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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Inkwells

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Silver Plate

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Equestrian Inkwell For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the equestrian inkwell you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An equestrian inkwell — often made from metal, brass and silver plate — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the equestrian inkwell you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right equestrian inkwell, those designed in Victorian styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one equestrian inkwell that is appealing in its simplicity, but Henry Bourne produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Equestrian Inkwell?

Prices for an equestrian inkwell can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $559 and can go as high as $3,600, while the average can fetch as much as $1,550.

Finding the Right inkwells for You

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.

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