Red sandalwood inlaid enamel cloud head pattern ink bed

[Red sandalwood inlaid enamel cloud head pattern ink bed]

Red sandalwood inlaid enamel cloud head pattern ink bed, early Qing Dynasty, 4 cm high, 11.5 cm long, 6.5 cm wide. The old collection of the Qing Palace
The ink bed is made of red sandalwood. It has several types, and several ends are symmetrically inlaid with cloud head patterns, which enlivens the deep and dignified tone of red sandalwood, and also facilitates the removal of ink stains
The ink bed is one of the stationery tools, which is used to hold the wet ink after grinding. Its shape is generally several types. This ink bed is simple and elegant in shape, with smooth and natural lines, sharp edges and corners, and is in good order. Although its shape is small, it has the legacy of Ming style furniture