Tudric Pewter Inkwell

Based on the markings and design, this pewter inkwell was sold by Liberty & Co. and designed by the celebrated artist Archibald Knox.

Design and Features

This is a Tudric pewter inkwell with a low, circular body that has a slightly undulating, lobed edge. The body is decorated with an intricate design of stylized Celtic knotwork in low relief. The lid is hinged and has a knob for opening. The inkwell is complete with its original glass liner.

Liberty & Co. and Archibald Knox

The markings on the underside — “Made in England – Tudric – 0655”—provide information about its origin.

• Liberty & Co.: Founded by Arthur Lasenby Liberty in London, the company was a major purveyor of the Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau movements. Liberty & Co. retailed their own line of high-quality pewterware under the brand name “Tudric.” This inkwell’s mark places it definitively within this line.
• Archibald Knox: While many Tudric pieces were not individually signed, the design style of this inkwell, with its flowing, complex, and distinct Celtic-inspired patterns, is a signature of Archibald Knox (1864–1933). Knox was a brilliant designer from the Isle of Man who worked extensively for Liberty & Co., creating some of the most iconic metalwork of the era. His work is celebrated for its unique blend of traditional Celtic design with the curvilinear forms of Art Nouveau.