Two carved ink stones


Late Qing/Republic periodThe first of rectangular form surrounded by a wave and cloud patterned border, the upper half carved with a recumbent mythical beast amongst waves; the second of oval contour, the top with low relief carving of flowering branches alongside two small recesses, the reverse carved with blossoming branches issuing from rockwork; fitted with a hardwood case and cover. 9in (22.9cm) and 7in (17.8cm) length of ink stones