Chinese Antique Ink Stone in Fitted Wood Box
A well-used old ink stone that has a fitted wood box that could still be used today. The ink stains on the box really give it character and a sense of age.
A heavy black stone that was shaped to grind ink on. One end is deeper to hold and mix the ground ink. The box has been fitted with a wood box. The wood has a fine grain. The base of the wood container is not finished. The sides of the wood box have been finished and are somewhat shiny. The stone is very heavy.
MEASUREMENTS
7 3/4” (19.7 cm) long x 5 ¼” (13.3 cm) wide x 1 ¾” (4.4 cm) tall. Weighs 4 lb 8.9 oz (1895 g)
CONDITION
The wood has stains from the ink stain. The stone has chips along the edges. The raised edge on the end opposite the receptacle has larger chips. The stone surface shows uneven discoloration from ink.
A highly useful and decorative object with a real feel of age. A scholars object for the desk.
Reserve: $186.00
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A well-used old ink stone that has a fitted wood box that could still be used today. The ink stains on the box really give it character and a sense of age.
A heavy black stone that was shaped to grind ink on. One end is deeper to hold and mix the ground ink. The box has been fitted with a wood box. The wood has a fine grain. The base of the wood container is not finished. The sides of the wood box have been finished and are somewhat shiny. The stone is very heavy.
MEASUREMENTS
7 3/4” (19.7 cm) long x 5 ¼” (13.3 cm) wide x 1 ¾” (4.4 cm) tall. Weighs 4 lb 8.9 oz (1895 g)
CONDITION
The wood has stains from the ink stain. The stone has chips along the edges. The raised edge on the end opposite the receptacle has larger chips. The stone surface shows uneven discoloration from ink.
A highly useful and decorative object with a real feel of age. A scholars object for the desk.
Reserve: $186.00
Shipping:
Domestic: Flat-rate of $27.48 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from Washington
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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