Inksticks (set of four)

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At A Glance

  • Period

    1871
  • Geography

    China
  • Material

    Soot and glue with gold pigment and lacquer
  • Dimension

    H x W: 9 x 1.8 cm (3 9/16 x 11/16 in)
  • Accession Number

    F1983.12.29-32
  • EDAN ID

    edanmdm:fsg_F1983.12.29-32

Object Details

  • Manufacturer

    Hu Kaiwen Ink Shop (established 1765)
  • Collection

    Freer Gallery of Art Collection
  • Exhibition History

    Word Play: Contemporary Art by Xu Bing (October 21, 2001 to January 13, 2002)
    Ch'ing Dynasty Calligraphy and Painting (August 30, 1985 to January 26, 1986)
  • Origin

    China
  • Credit Line

    Gift of Marguerite Church
  • Type

    Tool and Equipment
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