Natural stone inkstone — for preparing calligraphy ink
The inkstone is one of the four fundamental instruments of traditional calligraphy. It allows you to transform a stick of solid ink into a deep, liquid ink, ready for writing.
A few drops of water are placed on the surface of the stone. The ink stick is then slowly rubbed against the stone. The pigment is gradually released and the ink appears.
This inkstone is carved from a dense natural stone, whose slightly textured surface makes grinding the ink stick easier. The reservoir keeps the ink fresh during your writing session, while the lid protects the stone between uses.
Engraved with a bamboo motif, a symbol of patience and constancy in Chinese culture, this inkstone accompanies the silent moment preceding writing: the moment when the ink is being prepared.
Features
- Natural stone (inkstone)
- Engraved lid
- Textured grinding surface
- Size: 13.5 × 7.5 × 2.5 cm
🤍 Ikane Workshop Tip
Add a few drops of water to the stone and slowly grind the ink stick. The longer you grind it, the denser and deeper the ink will become.
