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Rare antique Chinese box containing 10 Chinese ink pads with gilt highlights, China, second half of the 20th century. Rare decorative calligraphy.

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  Immerse yourself in the elegance of Chinese literati art with this antique set of 10 ink sticks, carefully preserved in a cloth-covered case. Dating from the second half of the 20th century, this set is a magnificent testament to Chinese artistic traditions, used in both calligraphy and fine painting.
  
  The ten ink blocks are finely molded, each depicting a figure in gilded relief, sometimes enhanced with subtle colored pigments. The reverse side features classical Chinese inscriptions. They are housed in a rigid canvas case with fabric fasteners.
  
  🧧 Dimensions:
  • Box: 32 cm (length) × 21 cm (width) × 2 cm (height)
  • Blocks: up to 10 cm (length) × 6 cm (width) × 1 cm (thickness)
  • Total weight: 944 g
  
  ✨ Origin: China
  🖋 Period: Second half of the 20th century
  🎨 Style: Classical Chinese art, calligraphy and literati
  📦 Condition: Complete set. Some light wear and soiling due to age, without alteration of the decorations.
  
  🚚 Delivery:
  Careful shipping, with insurance included and delivery against signature for maximum security.
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