{"product_id":"pierre-a-encre-naturelle","title":"Inkstone with lid","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #1A1B41;\"\u003eNatural inkstone with lid for calligraphy and traditional ink\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\nThis natural inkstone allows you to prepare liquid ink from a solid ink stick for calligraphy, sumi-e, wash painting, and brush drawing.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\nA few drops of water are placed on the surface, then the ink stick is slowly rubbed against the stone. The pigment is gradually released, until an ink of varying density is obtained depending on the grinding time.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\nThe natural stone offers a slightly textured surface to facilitate grinding. The reservoir allows the ink to be kept during the session, while the engraved lid protects the stone between uses.\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 inkstone is one of the essential tools of traditional calligraphy. It is used to transform a dry ink stick into fresh ink, prepared according to the desired amount of water and density.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    The longer the grinding, the more concentrated, dark, and deep the ink becomes. Shorter grinding produces lighter ink, useful for washes, line exercises, or diluted shades.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003e\n    The lid engraved with a bamboo motif protects the stone surface from dust between sessions. The nuances of the stone, the engraving, and the finish may vary slightly from piece to piece.\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\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural stone\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eLid:\u003c\/strong\u003e engraved\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eSurface:\u003c\/strong\u003e slightly textured grinding area\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 13.5 × 7.5 × 2.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e traditional ink sticks, calligraphy brushes, papers suitable for ink techniques\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    Place a few drops of water on the grinding surface, then rub the ink stick in slow, steady movements. Adding very little water initially allows for better control of the ink's density.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    For light ink, stop grinding earlier or add a little water. For blacker, denser ink, continue grinding until a more concentrated texture is obtained.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003e\n    After use, gently rinse the stone with clean water, without harsh products. Wipe with a soft cloth and let it dry completely before replacing the lid.\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;\"\u003eCOMPOSE YOUR INK KIT\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    To prepare ink directly on the stone, you can combine it with \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/coffret-batons-d-encre\"\u003etraditional ink sticks\u003c\/a\u003e, \n    to be ground with a few drops of water according to the desired density.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17.5px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n    For working on lines, calligraphy, and sumi-e, it can accompany 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\/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 receive ink with controlled diffusion, you can use \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/papier-xuan-semi-mur\"\u003esemi-ripe Xuan paper\u003c\/a\u003e \n    or \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/papier-xuan-artisanal-en-fibres-vegetales\"\u003ehandmade Xuan paper\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 rest brushes between strokes and keep the table clean, you can complete the set with the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/repose-pinceaux-en-ceramique-1\"\u003eBlue Dragon ceramic brush rest\u003c\/a\u003e \n    or the \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ikaneworld.com\/products\/support-pour-pinceaux-noir\"\u003eblack workshop brush holder\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  Add only a few drops of water, then slowly grind the ink stick. The longer the motion, the denser, deeper, and more suitable the ink becomes for distinct lines.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ikane Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56972284363084,"sku":"14:175#Big size","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/8786\/7468\/files\/Pierre_encre_naturelle_avec_couvercle.png?v=1773446336","url":"https:\/\/b31fyk-vr.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/pierre-a-encre-naturelle","provider":"IKANE PARIS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}