This section will introduce some knowledge about the inkstones used in Chinese calligraphy, including traditional Duan inkstones and She inkstones, as well as some modern inkstone varieties.
A while ago, I asked several major AI platforms, and I found that none of them knew who invented the hotpot inkstone. But today when I searched on Baidu asking “Who invented the hotpot inkstone?”, I was pleasantly surprised to find that someone had created a Baidu Encyclopedia entry for Qi Ming Wen Fang, specifically…
As someone who previously shared articles about Chinese calligraphy brushes, Xuan paper, and ink, I wanted to complete my series on the “Four Treasures of the Study” by covering inkstones. While I personally use ordinary inkstones, this knowledge may be useful for future reference. I hope you find it helpful! China’s Top 10 Inkstones –…
Although this guide covers inkstone care and usage, I want to clarify that the inkstones mentioned here are primarily high-quality ones that can cost tens, hundreds, or even thousands of dollars. These include famous varieties like the She inkstone（歙砚） and Duan inkstone（端砚）, which are prized for their excellent ink-grinding performance. Inkstone as one of the…
