{"product_id":"baton-d-encre-traditionnelle-mosong","title":"Sumi black ink stick","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #1A1B41;\"\u003eMosong Traditional Ink Stick – Sumi Solid Ink for Grinding on Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\nThis Mosong traditional ink stick allows you to prepare black ink by hand for calligraphy, sumi-e, wash painting, and ink drawing.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\nA few drops of water on an ink stone are enough to gradually release the material. The longer the grinding, the denser, darker, and more concentrated the ink becomes.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\nUnlike ready-to-use liquid ink, the intensity is adjusted during preparation: deep black for bold strokes, lighter dilution for washes, gradients, and pressure variations.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0 10px;\"\u003e\n  To choose the stone, measure the water, understand grinding, and adapt the paper, you can consult the \n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/pages\/batons-et-pierres-a-encre-papiers-pinceaux-plumes-lavis\"\u003eIkane guide on ink sticks, stones, papers, brushes, and washes\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid rgba(58,123,200,0.3); padding: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; cursor: pointer; color: #4480C7;\"\u003eINFORMATION\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    The ink stick is prepared directly on a moistened ink stone. The action involves slowly rubbing the base of the stick on the stone's surface to produce ink usable with a brush.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    The density depends on two elements: the amount of water applied and the grinding time. With little water, the ink becomes more concentrated; with more water, it becomes more fluid and lighter.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003e\n    Its hexagonal shape offers a stable grip. It slightly slows down the movement and helps maintain more consistent grinding, especially during initial preparations.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid rgba(58,123,200,0.3); padding: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; cursor: pointer; color: #4480C7;\"\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sumi solid ink\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e fine soot and natural binder\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 7.5 × 1.8 × 1 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 20 g\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eRequired support:\u003c\/strong\u003e ink stone and clear water\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid rgba(58,123,200,0.3); padding: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; cursor: pointer; color: #4480C7;\"\u003ePREPARING THE INK\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    Place a few drops of water on the flat part of the ink stone. Do not fill the entire cavity initially: a small amount of water makes it easier to obtain a concentrated base.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    Hold the stick almost vertically, with its base flat on the stone. Rub slowly in circles or regular movements, without pressing hard.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    After a few minutes, test the blackness with a brush on a scrap piece of paper. If the ink appears too light, continue grinding. If it sticks or becomes too thick, add one or two drops of water.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003e\n    For washes, first prepare concentrated ink, then dilute it in a separate bowl. This method gives more control than starting with an overly watery preparation.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid rgba(58,123,200,0.3); padding: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; cursor: pointer; color: #4480C7;\"\u003eUSE \u0026amp; CARE\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    Wipe the wet side of the stick after each session. Do not leave it soaking in water and do not put it away when it is still wet.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    Rinse the stone with clear water after use, without detergent. A layer of dried ink can hinder subsequent preparations and alter the grinding texture.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    Allow the stick to air dry before returning it to its storage. Enclosed humidity can weaken the solid ink or mark the surface.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003e\n    Store in a dry place, away from humidity and strong temperature variations.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid rgba(58,123,200,0.3); padding: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; cursor: pointer; color: #4480C7;\"\u003eTO PAIR WITH\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    To prepare the ink, this stick can be paired with the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/pierre-a-encre-7-5-cm-initiation\"\u003e7.5 cm ink stone\u003c\/a\u003e \n    or the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/pierre-a-encre-naturelle\"\u003enatural ink stone with lid\u003c\/a\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    To work on lines, solids, and pressure variations, you can use it with the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/pinceau-traditionnel-de-calligraphie\"\u003ebamboo calligraphy brush\u003c\/a\u003e, \n    the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/pinceau-de-calligraphie-poils-naturels\"\u003etraditional rabbit hair brush\u003c\/a\u003e \n    or the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/set-de-pinceaux-de-calligraphie-fibres-rigides\"\u003eset of stiff fiber calligraphy brushes\u003c\/a\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    To observe the diffusion of black, choose a suitable support such as the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/papier-xuan-artisanal-en-fibres-vegetales\"\u003ehandmade Xuan paper\u003c\/a\u003e, \n    the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/papier-xuan-semi-mur\"\u003esemi-ripe Xuan paper\u003c\/a\u003e \n    or the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/rouleau-d-atelier-papier-vegetal-semi-traite\"\u003esemi-treated vegetable paper roll\u003c\/a\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003e\n    To start with an already organized set, you can also consult the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/pierre-a-encre-baton-initiation\"\u003estarter ink stone and stick set\u003c\/a\u003e \n    or the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/collections\/calligraphie\"\u003eCalligraphy\u003c\/a\u003e selection.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid rgba(58,123,200,0.4); margin: 10px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color: #1A1B41;\"\u003e🤍 Ikane Workshop Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  Start with very little water, then gradually increase the dilution. The quality of the black depends as much on the preparation time as on the gesture itself: it's better to build slowly than to drown the ink from the start.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ikane Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55902086889804,"sku":"CJJJJTJT15689-Photo Color-7.5x1.8x1cm","price":14.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/8786\/7468\/files\/SUMI_INK.png?v=1778215160","url":"https:\/\/b31fyk-vr.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/baton-d-encre-traditionnelle-mosong","provider":"IKANE PARIS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}