A "Tang Ink Stick (Ancient Ink Stick)" carved with a statue of Kannon Bodhisattva, manufactured in China. A stone writing implement, a beautiful carving with gold decoration. 慈容觀音 (Jiyō Kannon): This means a Kannon with a compassionate face, and these characters can be seen on the box and the surface of the ink stick. 文房四宝 (Bunbō Shihō): As one of the four treasures of the study (ink stick, ink stone, paper, brush) used in calligraphy, it also has value as a decorative item. Material: Made by kneading soot and animal glue. - Material: Stone - Decoration: Gold decoration and carving - Size: Approximately 25cm x 12cm Thank you for looking.