Chinese inkstone, a Tankei inkstone. The box is quite damaged as it is an antique. The inkstone itself is clean with no signs of use. Please check the condition in the images. It comes with a lid, making it difficult for the ink to dry out, which is ideal for long hours of artwork. It also has a spout. 【Size】 Diameter: 154mm Width: 134mm Body thickness: 22mm Lid thickness: 5mm Weight: 795g 【Tankei Inkstone】 **Tankei inkstone** is a high-quality calligraphy inkstone made from rare "Tankei stone" mined in the Tankei region of Zhaoqing City, Guangdong Province, China (west of Guangzhou). It is considered one of the "Four Treasures of the Study (inkstone, ink, brush, and paper)" due to its excellent ink grinding quality, smooth feel, and beautiful stone patterns. It is a masterpiece that combines practicality and artistry. It has been prized since the Tang Dynasty, and those mined from "Old Pit" are considered the highest quality. They are known for their good water retention and the ability to keep ink from drying out, making them highly valuable as collector's items.