Brush and Ink

Definition

Brush and ink refer to the tools used in traditional Chinese calligraphy and painting. The brush is typically made from animal hair attached to a bamboo handle, while the ink can be either solid (ink stick) or liquid (ink bottle).

Related terms

Rice Paper: Rice paper is a thin but durable material commonly used in East Asian art forms like calligraphy and sumi-e. It absorbs ink well without smudging.

Seal Carving: Seal carving involves engraving personalized designs onto small stone seals. These seals are then dipped into red ink before being pressed onto artwork or documents.

Xuan Paper: Xuan paper, also known as rice paper or shuen paper, is a type of absorbent paper specifically designed for Chinese calligraphy and painting.