● Size: Approximately 18.5cm x 11.5cm x 2.8cm (excluding lid) ● Weight: Approximately 820g (using a household scale) ● Condition: No noticeable chips/clouding and minor scratches due to age ● Accessories: Simple box (not a paulownia wood box) Purchased from a specialty store in Kyoto in the early Showa era. I was told by family that the purchase price was approximately 60,000 yen at the time. Considering the prices of the time, it was likely a very expensive inkstone. The stone quality is hard and fine-grained, the polishing is meticulous, and the dragon carving has a three-dimensional feel, resulting in an overall sense of weight and dignity. It comes with a lid and is practical, suitable for both storage and display. Although the design resembles a Tang inkstone, there are no inscriptions. It is natural to consider it as **"a high-quality inkstone with a highly designed appearance, hand-carved by a domestic craftsman in post-war Kyoto, modeled after Tang items."** It is a piece suitable for both practical use and enjoyment as a display item. ※ It will be shipped in the original storage box. The box has deteriorated over time, but it will be included as cushioning material. ⸻ ⸻ 【Important Notes】 ・This is a used item stored at home. Please purchase only if you understand the condition. ・Returns and claims are not accepted. I am also listing other ink and old calligraphy tools → #neroliInk #neroliAntiques #Inkstone #Dragon #HandCarvedInkstone #AntiqueInkstone #Antique #CalligraphySupplies #CalligraphyTools #FourTreasuresOfTheStudy #JapanesePainting #InkPainting #TangInkstoneStyle #ShowaRetro #ArtTeacher #HighQualityInkstone #neroliInk #neroliAntiques