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Han Jing MoAuspicious Dragon, Duanxi Kengziyan Inkstone2007
2007
$17,100
£13,073.98
€14,979.38
CA$24,119.67
A$26,260.17
CHF 14,022.09
MX$317,001.37
NOK 176,282.81
SEK 163,963.52
DKK 111,888.69
About the Item
Carved from Duanxi Kengziyan stone, prized for its fine and dense texture that produces smooth ink without harming the brush, this inkstone follows the natural shape of the stone to form the pool. At the water inlet, a high-relief dragon surges through clouds and waves, with the interplay of cloud and water rendered in both intaglio and relief to create an open composition. The dragon symbolizes auspiciousness and protection, echoing the scholar’s tradition of “nurturing the brush and carrying the Way through objects.” Han jing Mo’s style achieves a balance between meticulous precision and freehand expressiveness, skillfully integrating natural stone colors, skins, and fissures into the design so that material and imagery resonate as one.
Master craftsman Han jing Mo, from Zhaoqing, Guangdong, has devoted more than twenty years to Duan inkstone carving. His works blend local culture with artistry, uniting practicality with aesthetic depth.
- Creator:Han Jing Mo (Chinese)
- Creation Year:2007
- Dimensions:Height: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)Width: 11.42 in (29 cm)Depth: 9.06 in (23 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Taichung, TW
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2900217090962
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