How China’s Most Valuable Inkstones are Made | Artisans E2

Jun 08, 2022

This is the second episode of our “Artisans” series, where we explore China’s rich art history and its dedicated creators.

China has a long history of using inkstones for calligraphy and traditional Chinese painting.

She artists in Anhui, China, make one of the most sought after inkstones in the country. Each piece can take up to two years to finish. Here’s how one family has perfected the art.

This is the second episode of our “Artisans” series, where we explore China’s rich art history and its dedicated creators.

Chinese artisans