Nampo Inkstone by Kim Jin-han — Chungnam Intangible Heritage Inkstone Master

A carved inkstone in Nampo baegun-sangseok — the fine "white-cloud" slate of Boryeong that Korean scholars ranked first among inkstone stones — by Kim Jin-han, Chungnam Province Intangible Heritage No. 6 for inkstone making and a Korea Master Craftsman in stone (1996).

Nampo stone has been quarried for inkstones since Goryeo; its dense, even grain grinds ink smooth and quick without wearing the stick unevenly. Kim Jin-han is the third generation of his family at Boryeong, and carves each stone by hand — the grinding field and ink well first, then the relief around the rim. Choose from three designs: a phoenix, pine and crane for long life, or the Heart Sutra carved in full.

Details

• Carver: Kim Jin-han (김진한), Boryeong · Chungnam Intangible Heritage No. 6 Byeorujang · Korea Master Craftsman (Stone), 1996
• Stone: Nampo baegun-sangseok (white-cloud slate)
• Size: 21 × 30 × 5 cm

Watch: the master artisan of inkstones

Korea's heritage film on the byeorujang, the inkstone maker, with English subtitles. (A general introduction — not this specific stone.)

Please read before ordering

• Each stone is hand-carved and unique; grain and color vary. We confirm availability of your design within one business day and refund in full if it is not available.
• Heavy item (stone). Ships from New Jersey in 2–4 weeks. Price includes all import duties. Fully insured, signature required.