Antique Set Of Calligraphic Ink Blocks, Japanese, 8 Pieces, Meiji, Victorian Andiron The pierced scallop frame with

The pierced scallop frame with multiples of shell motif and issuing scrolled detail

After traditional designs

with great colour and appealing nautical overtones

Threaded adjustable riser offering comfort for the musician

Antique Set Of Calligraphic Ink Blocks, Japanese, 8 Pieces, Meiji, Victorian Andiron The pierced scallop frame withOur Stock # 18. 9479 This is an antique set of calligraphic ink blocks. A Japanese, boxed set of 8 soot ink shapes, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Ink blocks are one of the Four Treasures of Japanese ink painting Displaying a desirable aged patina and good original order Composed of soot oil, intended for grinding on an ink stone with a small amount of water Such ink is the basis of the famous Sumi e art style Each of the eight