No. 424 ⭕️ Akama Suzuri (Inkstone), Waketake Ken (Young Bamboo Study), Beautiful Condition ⭕️ Suitable for Women ◉ Akamaseki, Kimura Gyokuchido [1] Length: 157mm [2] Width: 95mm [3] Thickness: 23mm Weight: 742g [4] Maker: Kimura Gyokuchido, Yasuo Kimura (Kasen) [5] Engraving Signature: Akamaseki, Gyokuchido Saku (Made by Gyokuchido) [6] Box: Paulownia wood box (183mm x 120 x 53) with the inscription "Waketake Ken, Akamaseki, Gyokuchido Saku" and a seal. Includes yellow cloth with cotton and a green string. Includes a bookmark: [1. About Inkstones] copy and [2. Inkstone Master Kimura Kasen Seal] original print. [7] Condition: Slight scratches are visible on the inkstone surface, but no noticeable scratches or stains. [8] Shape: Bamboo carved Nomentsu-gata (Rough-surfaced) Inkstone ◉ According to documents, Akama Suzuri has a history dating back 600 years to the Muromachi period. The Akama stone is a reddish-brown chlorite tuff, said to have a stone quality similar to Chinese Duan inkstones, containing iron oxide, mud, and ash. Due to differences in color, it is divided into Shikinseki (Purple Gold Stone), Shiunseki (Purple Cloud Stone), Shigyokuseki (Purple Jade Stone), Shiseki (Purple Stone), and Shiseki (Purple Stone). ◯ This artisan's work skillfully utilizes the Akama stone as it is in a Nomentsu-gata inkstone, with the upper edge carefully carved with young bamboo stalks and bamboo leaves. On the hill, as a characteristic of Akama stone, two large and small pale green-blue spots appear like stars on a reddish-brown background, creating a unique work. ◉ Judging by its size and appearance, it can be said to be a work suitable for women. The calligraphy on the box is flowing and elegant. ※ Please refrain from purchasing if you are overly concerned about minor details. ◉ Reference Shiunseki Inkstone, Ogatsu Inkstone, Toryusai, Moriyuki Endo, Kokuji Inkstone, Amehata Inkstone, Mine Inkstone, Amabata Inkstone, Yahei, Seiken, Horaiji Inkstone, Hozan, Takada Inkstone, Wakada Inkstone, Morokashi Stone Inkstone, Nabekura Ryukei Stone Inkstone, Akama Inkstone, Takuji Horio, Shinobu, Shoryuzan, Yuiseki, Gyokuchiken, Gyokuhou, Yoichi, Takashima Torafuzuri Inkstone, Tosa Inkstone, Nakamura Inkstone, Nachiguro Inkstone, Kokei Stone Inkstone, Yodo, Yakushima Inkstone ※ Please confirm thoroughly with the images. ※ Please read my profile. ※ ⭕️ Please see the works I have posted so far. (There are about 70 other items.)