Song Dynasty ink

Song Dynasty ink is a high-quality traditional Chinese ink created during the Song period (960–1279 AD). It is known for its rich, deep black color, smooth consistency, and excellent permanence. Made from tightly controlled natural ingredients like pine soot and animal glue, it allows artists and calligraphers to produce expressive brushwork with varying tones and textures. The ink's durability and ease of use made it highly valued, fostering detailed and expressive artwork and calligraphy that remain admired today. It represents a significant achievement in the development of Chinese artistic and writing materials.