Traditional Craft Inheritance：As products in the category of the four treasures of the study, these ink sticks and blocks are made with traditional techniques. For example, Huangshan pine soot ink is produced through multiple processes like burning pine branches. The Hu Kaiwen Huizhou ink has inherited century - old skills, with superior quality and profound cultural heritage.
High - quality Material：Using high - quality materials, Huangshan pine soot ink is made from pine branches in the Huangshan area. It has a fine texture, is easy to grind, and can produce fine, uniform, and jet - black ink, enabling smooth writing and enhancing the charm of calligraphy and painting creation.
Diverse Styles and Options：Available in different weights such as one - tael and two - taels, and various types like Huangshan pine soot and orchid soot, as well as special styles like hand - rubbed ink, meeting the diverse needs and preferences of calligraphy and painting enthusiasts.
Exquisite Appearance Design：Ink sticks and blocks are engraved with delicate characters and patterns, such as the words "Huangshan Pine Soot" and pine tree patterns. They are both practical and ornamental, and can be used as study ornaments to showcase the charm of traditional Chinese culture.
Usage Scenarios：
Calligraphy Practice and Creation：When calligraphy enthusiasts practice brush calligraphy daily or create calligraphy works, they can grind these ink sticks or blocks to obtain ink, enjoying the traditional ink - grinding process, enhancing the ritual sense of calligraphy creation, and showing the charm of calligraphy.
Traditional Chinese Painting Creation：Traditional Chinese painting artists use the ground ink for painting. The rich ink color levels can better express the artistic conception and effect of traditional Chinese paintings, helping to create excellent artworks.
Cultural Collection and Gift - giving：Due to their traditional craftsmanship, cultural value, and beautiful appearance, they are suitable for collectors. They are also great gifts for calligraphy and painting enthusiasts or those interested in Chinese culture, conveying traditional Chinese culture.
Product Parameters：
Specification：One - tael (hand - rubbed ink: 10.5cm in length, 1.5cm in width); Two - taels (Huangshan pine soot ink stick: 13cm in length, 3.2cm in width, 1.1cm in height; orchid soot ink block: 15cm in length, 2.5cm in width)
Type：Huangshan pine soot ink, orchid soot ink, etc.
Craftsmanship：Burning pine branches to obtain soot, screening the soot, dissolving glue, hammering, etc.
Precautions：
Store in a dry, cool, and ventilated place to prevent ink sticks and blocks from getting damp and moldy, which may affect the ink quality and usage effect.
When grinding, add a small amount of clear water to the inkstone first and follow the ink - grinding process. Apply moderate force to prevent the ink sticks or blocks from breaking or damaging the inkstone.
Clean the inkstone and brush in time after use to avoid the ink from drying and affecting the next use.
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1. Does STAR8S ship to my country?
the United States
2. How much does shipping cost?
You can enjoy free shipping on orders over US$50. Otherwise, Premium Shipping costs US$6.
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Note:
1. “Free shipping for orders over $50 USD” is only available for use on regular-priced items, not free items.
2. The shipping cost-$18 USD of the Free Product is not deductible. $18 USD including processing fee, shipping, and customs duties.
Shipping costs are calculated at checkout and vary depending on the product weight and your shipping location. We strive to ensure shipping charges are affordable. However, we are at the mercy of our shipping carriers. Therefore, even if it is a free product, the shipping fee will still be charged.
Hope my explanation is able to assist you. Please feel free to let us know if you have any further questions.
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Total delivery time = processing time + shipping time
(not including customs delays, weekends, holidays, and any unforeseen circumstances)
Delivery Time
Order Processing: 2-5 Business Days.
Express Shipping Time (Fedex / DHL ): 6-8 Business Days.
Standard Shipping Time: 7-20 Business Days.
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CountriesDelivery Time (Business Days) United States7-15 Days
Note:
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