A Special Inkwell Present

[Marsilius]

I received a lovely and generous Christmas present from one of my doctoral students who graduated a few years ago. Along with a Midro A5 notebook (which I have never tried), she brought back from Japan an old inkwell that belonged to her grandfather (and maybe even great-grandfather). This set appears to be from the 1930s maybe?
I felt a little guilty cleaning out the ink residue, but also curious about whether it was from powdered ink.
This will have an honored and cherished place on my desk.

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[migo984]

That is stunning; really beautiful. . I love the Japanese aesthetic & that is just my cup of tea, as the saying goes :-)

[Marsilius]

That is stunning; really beautiful. . I love the Japanese aesthetic & that is just my cup of tea, as the saying goes :-)

Yes, indeed. The funny thing is, I don't know if it is specifically Japanese. I have seen similar ones listed as "art deco" but no further information. Perhaps I should sprinkle a few tea leaves nearby just for atmosphere.

[Jon Szanto]

Indeed, an elegant piece. You must be a very inspiring teacher!

[Marsilius]

Indeed, an elegant piece. You must be a very inspiring teacher!

I am a lucky and privileged teacher!

[VertOlive]

I was also thinking Art Deco. Very nice!