Inkstone in the Form of a Koto

1600s
Overall: 4.4 x 19.2 x 7 cm (1 3/4 x 7 9/16 x 2 3/4 in.)
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This hollow ink stone shaped like a musical instrument called a koto reflects the witty idea that music can inspire writing. The koto’s string and bridge were incised into the clay and then painted with underglaze iron pigment.
Inkstone in the Form of a Koto

Inkstone in the Form of a Koto

1600s

Japan, Momoyama period (1573-1615) to Edo period (1615-1858)

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