The production area is Yi County, Hebei Province, China, the ancient capital of the Yan state during the Warring States period. From the Tang Dynasty to the Song Dynasty, Yishui inkstones were excellent inkstone production areas, offered as tributes to the imperial court. Yishui inkstones are hard, moist, and strong, with a glossy and pure color. They have excellent ink-grinding properties and good brush feel. The "Yan Pu" of the Song Dynasty states that they are extremely good for grinding pine soot ink, making them a very historical inkstone from ancient times. The characteristics of Yishui inkstone stone quality are said to be hardness, moisture, smoothness, thickness, fineness, and coolness. Yishui inkstone is one of the eight famous inkstones of China, and its traditional inkstone-making techniques have strongly influenced famous inkstones throughout China. In addition, when the chairman of the China-Japan Friendship Association visited Japan in 1978, Yishui inkstones were presented to then-Prime Minister Kakuei Tanaka and Foreign Minister Masayoshi Ohira, making it a representative inkstone production area of China. This product is an Yishui inkstone with the twelve zodiac signs (Chinese zodiac) carved on it. It is a recommended item for those who practice calligraphy and ink painting. The inkstone was packaged in cellophane and unopened, but it was opened to take photos (see the last photo before opening). It comes in a dedicated box. Inkstone diameter: approximately 20cm Inkstone height only: approximately 2.7cm Height when covered: approximately 4cm Inkstone weight: approximately 2kg Please note that as this is an overseas product, there may be some scratches or stains. Please note that the price includes shipping, so price negotiations are not possible. Thank you for your understanding. We would also appreciate it if you would take a look at the other products in our store. #Inkstone #NewArrival #New #Calligraphy #InkPainting #InkPainting #Ink #China #Stone #Antique