Duan inkstone with sun and waves pattern, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)-China Archive

Image Number: K1F000543N000000000PAB
Dynasty: Ming dynasty
Category: Studio implements
Function: Stationery
Material: Minerals/Jade Jewelry/Endstone
Description:
This inkstone is Duanxizi Stone. The surface and back of the whole inkstone are covered with the surging waves of the sea. The inkstone is used as an inkstone hall, and the inkstone is used as an ink pool when the waves are low. Inkstone back in the rough sea, floating inkstone a rising sun, medium and shallow relief of a three legged bird. On the flat wall on the right side of the inkstone, the inscription of Emperor Gaozong of the Qing Dynasty is inscribed with an official script, “The outline of the sky on the side of Hongbobo, the salty pond bathes in the sunshine, the purple cloud is approved to be golden, the treasures are preserved, the colors are printed in the study room, and the sea of learning is poured out.”, Title: “Emperor Qianlong of the Second Reign of Spring”, with two seals: “Ancient Fragrance” and “Tai Pu”.