Japanese Inkstone Suzuri Vtg Sumi Grinder Calligraphy Shodo Shuji Tool SZ69 Doll long drawer is stained with

long drawer is stained with a dark chocolate brown color and brushed with a clear lacquer coating

Bent corners (top of paper when opened)

Pocket size

" The gourd is known as an auspicious plant in Japan

Lacquer on outside edges of ribs are sticky

Japanese Inkstone Suzuri Vtg Sumi Grinder Calligraphy Shodo Shuji Tool SZ69 Doll long drawer is stained withVtg Japanese Inkstone Suzuri Sumi Grinding for Calligraphy Shodo Shuji This is a vintage Japanese inkstone, suzuri, used for grinding sumi and holding ink. It is a necessary tool in calligraphy (shodo) and traditional penmanship (shuji). It is made of a black stone. Black Stone C1970 Item weight: 347 grams Packed weight: 547 grams Approx. 13. 5 cm long x 7. 8 cm wide x 1. 8 cm tall Good condition considering its age. Used. Black ink on the pad. Chip