Ebony Padauk Rosewood Pen Washer Inkwell Water Dropper Wood Carving

Ebony pen washer (Tang Dynasty item). Era: 30-20 years ago. Material: Solid wood (either ebony, rosewood, or karin). Dimensions: 6.14 inches x 6.10 inches x 1.77 inches x 887g (including brocade box 1419g). Its original purpose is a pen washer, but it can be used as an inkwell, water dropper, water basin, flower vase, or small container. It is a valuable item made by hollowing out a single tree root, not plywood. It was said to be ebony, but it might be rosewood or karin, but given its specific gravity, it is considered to be ebony or rosewood. Regardless, it has value on its own. It is solidly built and heavy for its size. It is at least 30-20 years old and is a Tang Dynasty item. It is a rare and difficult-to-obtain item that is not easily circulated.

Details

Condition	Good
Origin	China
Material	Wood
Era	Unknown
Dimensions	Height: 1.77 in