Subject

Inkwell

Lady Williams and Child — Ralph Earl

Inkwell is a subject in art. The gallery holds 61 works in this subject in art, including works by Edgar Degas, Jacques-Louis David and Ralph Earl.

An inkwell is a small jar or container, often made of glass, porcelain, silver, brass, or pewter, used for holding ink in a place convenient for the person who is writing. The artist or writer dips the brush, quill, or dip pen into the inkwell as needed or uses the inkwell as the source for filling the reservoir of a fountain pen.

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Key artists

Works

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Frequently asked questions

What is Inkwell?

Inkwell is a subject in art. An inkwell is a small jar or container, often made of glass, porcelain, silver, brass, or pewter, used for holding ink in a place convenient for the person who is writing.

How many Inkwell works does Artifact World Gallery have?

Artifact World Gallery holds 61 public-domain Inkwell works, all free to view and download.

Who are the key Inkwell artists?

Key Inkwell artists in the collection include Edgar Degas, Jacques-Louis David and Ralph Earl.

Where can I see Inkwell works?

Inkwell works in the collection are held by Museo del Prado, Metropolitan Museum of Art and National Gallery of Art.