When Did We Stop Using Inkwells?

Inkwells gradually fell out of use in the early part of 20th century as the reservoir fountain pen (which needs to be filled only occasionally) replaced the dip pen, which needed to be dipped in ink after writing a few lines. Old school desks had round holes for inkwells.

When did fountain pens stop being used?

With the advent of the modern plastic ink cartridge in the early 1950s, though, most of these systems were phased out in favour of convenience (but reduced capacity).

What years were inkwells used?

Our consignor's inkwells were made during the “golden age” from 1870 to the 1920s.