Large Inkstone with Dragon Carving and Stand, Calligraphy Inkstone, Extra Large, Anonymous Shipping, Mercari Delivery

This is an antique inkstone from an unknown era.
It is a very large and magnificent inkstone. It is rare to find such a large and stately inkstone even in modern calligraphy supply stores, making it difficult to purchase.

Inkstone dimensions:
Height: approx. 39 cm
Width: approx. 26 cm (at widest point)
Thickness: approx. 2.7 cm (at thickest point)
Weight: approx. 4.7 kg

Includes a sturdy, custom-made wooden stand for displaying the inkstone.
The stand enhances the inkstone's presence. The type of wood is unknown. The stand is made from scorched wood. Scorching wood enhances its durability, provides insect and rot resistance, and improves fire resistance.
The stand has age-related cracks (photo 18). They do not go all the way through to the back. It should not affect use. Please check the photos.
Stand dimensions:
Height: approx. 43 cm
Width: approx. 29 cm
Thickness: approx. 3.3 cm
Weight: 1.5 kg

Total weight including inkstone and stand:
6.2 kg

The carving of dragons, pearls, and clouds is a powerful work.
There is an engraving in semi-cursive script on the bottom of the inkstone.
The engraved areas are black due to lacquer, but the inkstone surface (where ink is ground) appears to have been hollowed out, revealing the stone's natural color. Although difficult to see in the images, the inkstone surface (where ink is ground) is a deep brown.
Please refer to photos 4 and 5, showing the inkstone surface when wet. It looks as if a jade pattern might emerge if closely examined.
Of course, you can also use it to grind ink. It grinds smoothly.

I am listing this item because I have fewer opportunities to use a large inkstone, and I hope someone who needs it will find it.

It can be used for appreciation or as a display piece.

As this is an antique item, there are age-related scratches and dirt.
Please review the images and consider this item if you understand and appreciate antique pieces.

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