Dragon Carved Duan Inkstone / Qianlong, Xiaoshan Zou Yigui / Qing Dynasty Tang Items, Chinese Calligraphy Tools, Four Treasures of the Study / With Box This is a truly magnificent dragon-carved Duan inkstone. It is carved by Qianlong, Xiaoshan Zou Yigui. Zou Yigui (1686-1772), from Wuxi, Jiangsu. His courtesy name was Yuanbao, and his art name was Xiaoshan. He passed the Jinshi examination in 1727 (Yongzheng 5th year), served as the Vice Minister of Rites, and was also given the title of Minister. He was skilled in meticulous flower and bird paintings, and was a court painter of the early Qing Dynasty. He became known for his flower and bird paintings. It is a beautiful item without any noticeable damage. There is some minor soiling. Duan Inkstone: Width 15.2 x Height 23.2 x Thickness 5cm, Weight approx. 3.5kg. Box: Width 18 x Height 26 x Thickness 6cm, Weight approx. 500g.