Antique Chinese Paktong White Metal Oval Scholars Ink Box – Engraved Seal ScriptUp for sale is an authentic antique Chinese portable scholar's ink box dating from the late Qing Dynasty to the early Republic period (circa early 20th century).The top lid is beautifully hand-engraved with traditional Chinese Seal Script (Zhuanshu). These boxes were historically filled with an ink-soaked cotton pad, allowing calligraphers and students to travel and write without carrying messy liquid inkwells.
This product would be a great fit for collectors of traditional Chinese ink and calligraphy art.
