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Ink Stone
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Ink Stone

Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: stone; wood; silk brocade
DimensionsOverall: 3.4 x 9.4 x 14 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of Susan Swann
Object number2003.010.001 a-c
DescriptionInkstone is a rectangular stone block with a rim on one side and a recessed reservoir at one end on the same side. Rim is incised with a series of concentric lines resembling waves. Other side has a plain rim. Stone is a dark brown or black. Smooth wooden lid is the same size as the stone and rests on the surface. There is a silk brocade cover or case.
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