Sumitsubo Japanese Hand made Wooden Inkpot - 220mm

A self-made wooden ink pot (Sumitsubo) crafted by a master Miyadaiku (Japanese temple/shrine carpenter).

Wood: Japanese zelkova

Weight: 291g

Total length: 220mm

Accessories:  a wooden “Karuko”, line and two boxes of cotton.

Additional Information:  It is in good, used condition with a smooth-rotating wheel and some shallow, fine hairline cracks. I acquired this piece from a collector in the Kanto region, who originally discovered it at an antique fair in Kiryu City back in the 24th year of Heisei (2012). According to the previous owner, it likely dates back to the Taisho or early Showa period.

Compared to the overly ornate and flashy carvings often seen in contemporary ink pots, I personally prefer this minimalist and grand aesthetic. While intricate carvings can sometimes mask imperfections, a simple design leaves no room for error—any mistake in its form or execution would be immediately visible.