Suzuri Stone, Natural Stone, Made in Japan, likely from Amehata. 14 x 7.9 x 1.8 cm, size for hanshi paper. Beautiful stone patterns. There are patterns like the photos on the four sides of the inkstone. These are not stains. Also, as shown in the last photo, there are lines. There is no problem in use, but please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned. Shuji (calligraphy), Shodo (calligraphy), Sumi-e (ink wash painting), Suibokuga (ink wash painting), Etegami (illustrated letter), Kendai (inkstone stand), ink stone, Japanese inkstone ↓ Also on sale ↓ #papi calligraphy