No. 316 ⭕️ Sumi-e Inkstone (Old Inkstone) ⭕️ Engraved with a Lucky Toad [1] Length: 177mm [2] Width: 178mm [3] Thickness: 30mm Weight: 1,865g [4] Inkstone Maker: Made in China [5] Engraving Signature: None [6] Box: Thick wooden original box (203mm x 203mm x 56mm) (Comes with red-purple cloth. Some signs of aging are visible due to the wood.) [7] Condition: No noticeable scratches. As it is an old inkstone, there are some scuffs and small scratches from age and use, so please check the images. [8] Shape: Square Inkstone ◉ Sumi-e inkstones are said to be made from natural stone produced in Lingyan Mountain, Suzhou, and their charm lies in their variety of colors, with "Shanyu Huang" (yellow eel) being considered the finest. On the other hand, there is also a theory that they are made by firing mud. ◯ This work is engraved with a toad, which is considered a symbol of good fortune in China, and it is believed to be a specially made item that showcases the skill of the inkstone maker. As you can see, the outer shape is square, with a circle inside, and a toad shape further inside, with cute eyeballs engraved on the top. The sides of the inkstone are a sharp dark brown, and the edges are flat and carefully finished to be smooth. The underside of the inkstone has 14mm remaining at the top and 18mm on the left and right sides, with the inside hollowed out with care. The hill, sea, and edges of the inkstone have a unique appearance with amber colors and dark brown spots. Also, when light is shone on the hill, sea, and edges, the sand particles sparkle in a yellowish-brown color within the amber. Please consider this item as it has a very interesting shape. ◉ We are waiting for your comments. ◉ Reference: Japanese Inkstones Oushu Inkstone, Toryusai Sugiyama, Moriyuki Endo, Akama Inkstone, Takuji Horio, Shinobu, Gyokuchiken, Yuiseki, Shoryuzan, Amehata Inkstone, Mine Inkstone, Ryukei Nabekura Inkstone, Shuseki, Shiun Inkstone, Horaiji Inkstone, Hozan, Kokuji Inkstone, Amabatake Inkstone, Seiken Amemiya, Yahei, Ryukei Nabekura, Ryukei Inkstone, Wakada Inkstone, Nakamura Inkstone, Tosa Inkstone, Nachiguro Inkstone, Komine, Gyokuseki, Kokuji Inkstone, Kokei Inkstone, Yodo, Shiun Inkstone, Morokashi Stone Inkstone ※ Please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to imperfections. ※ Please check the images carefully. ※ Please be sure to read my profile. ※ ⭕️ Please take a look at the works I have posted so far. (There are about 70 items.)