Ink-Stand
Ink-Stand
Object name: Ink-Stand
Date: 1800-1840
Dimensions:
50 x 107 x 65 mm
Medium: Soapstone
Object number: C14089
DescriptionInk stand carved with a central ink well and two holes for pens to the side. Two kylins decorate the outside. Kylin are a mythical composite creature thought to bring success, luck, protection and prosperity. It was manufactered in China for the western market.