Confucius in Thought Vintage Cinnabar Ink Stick!
There was a time way back when an item of function was always infused with elegance, beauty, and evidence of a human hand. Time was more abundant, factories were just arising, and the value and pride placed on online fine craftsmanship was greatly respected. For example, this amazing little sculpture is actually a vintage cinnabar ink stick. Of course you can collect it and keep it safely in a cabinet. OR you can celebrate the impermanence of life and actually USE it with the lightness of a Buddhist heart.
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How, you ask? Just add a tiny amount of distilled water to an ink stone, place the ink stick on the tiny puddle and swirl a few dozen times. Add a bit more water. Repeat until you have the ink consistent of a half & half, a silky texture and you're set to brush this gorgeous hue onto your pointed or broad edge calligraphy nib, or natural/hair calligraphy brush.
item size: 5 inches x 4.5 inches / 13cm x 11cm
includes: vintage ink stick plus cloth covered box
actual age: not certain
Product code: Confucius in Thought online Cinnabar Ink Stick (Vintage)