{"product_id":"coffret-batons-d-encre","title":"Inkstick grinding set — calligraphy and ink wash painting","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #1A1B41;\"\u003eInkstick set for grinding – calligraphy, wash painting, and ink painting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\nThis inkstick set allows you to hand-prepare the ink used in calligraphy, wash painting, and ink painting.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\nEach inkstick is prepared with a few drops of water on an inkstone. Grinding gradually releases the material, allowing you to prepare only the quantity needed for the session.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\nThe density is adjusted directly during preparation: prolonged grinding produces a more concentrated ink, while gradual dilution allows for transparent passages and various wash intensities.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0 10px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/pages\/batons-et-pierres-a-encre-papiers-pinceaux-plumes-lavis\" style=\"color: #1A1B41; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; text-underline-offset: 3px;\"\u003e\n    Read the Ikane guide on inksticks, inkstones, papers, brushes, and washes\n  \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    Inksticks are slowly rubbed on the moistened surface of an inkstone. The friction gradually releases the pigments and forms a liquid preparation 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 amount of water, grinding time, and pressure applied determine the ink's behavior. A dense preparation is suitable for strong lines and dark areas. A more diluted preparation allows for building nuances through successive washes.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003e\n    The decorations on the inksticks do not affect grinding or the ink's behavior on paper. The result primarily depends on the preparation, brush, and support used.\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;\"\u003eCHARACTERISTICS\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 Solid ink to grind\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003ePractices:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calligraphy, wash painting, ink painting, brush drawing\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eTools needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inkstone, water, brush, and suitable paper\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;\"\u003ePREPARATION \u0026amp; MAINTENANCE\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 inkstone, then slowly rub the stick without pressing hard. The movement should remain steady to gradually release the material.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    Test the ink on a scrap of the same paper before starting to draw. If the black is too pale, continue grinding in short increments. If the ink clogs or becomes too thick, add one or two drops of water, mix, then test again.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    To work with multiple values, first prepare a dense ink, then take a small amount into a separate cup to gradually dilute it.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003e\n    After the session, wipe the wet side of the inkstick and let it dry before storing. Rinse the inkstone with clear water, without detergent, then dry it with a clean cloth.\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 BE PAIRED WITH\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    To learn grinding, this set can be used with the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/pierre-a-encre-7-5-cm-initiation\"\u003e7.5 cm inkstone\u003c\/a\u003e, \n    compact and suitable for short preparations.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    To prepare a larger quantity or keep ink available during the session, you can pair it with the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/pierre-a-encre-naturelle\"\u003enatural inkstone 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 draw, vary pressure, and work with thick and thin strokes, it can be used with the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/ensemble-de-3-pinceaux-de-calligraphie-chinoise-coffret-cadeau\"\u003eset of 3 Chinese calligraphy brushes\u003c\/a\u003e, \n    the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/pinceau-traditionnel-de-calligraphie\"\u003ebamboo calligraphy brush\u003c\/a\u003e \n    or the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/coffret-5-pinceaux-calligraphie\"\u003eset of 5 Chinese 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 ink diffusion, you can pair it with \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/papier-xuan-artisanal-en-fibres-vegetales\"\u003ehandmade Xuan paper\u003c\/a\u003e, \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-processed vegetal 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 understand how to combine inkstick, inkstone, brush, paper, and dilution, you can consult the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/pages\/batons-et-pierres-a-encre-papiers-pinceaux-plumes-lavis\"\u003eIkane guide on inksticks, inkstones, papers, brushes, and washes\u003c\/a\u003e.\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 and first prepare a dense ink. Then take a small amount into a separate cup to gradually build up the nuances, without diluting the entire preparation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ikane Studio","offers":[{"title":"5 Colors","offer_id":56323233415500,"sku":"CJJT134234401AZ","price":29.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Flowers and birds","offer_id":56323233448268,"sku":"CJJT134234403CX","price":29.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Goldfish","offer_id":56323233481036,"sku":"CJJT134234402BY","price":29.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/8786\/7468\/files\/Batons_d_encre.png?v=1781657118","url":"https:\/\/b31fyk-vr.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/coffret-batons-d-encre","provider":"IKANE PARIS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}