Which of Four Treasures of the Study is called Bai Jinbao?

Four Treasures of the Study refers to four kinds of stationery in the ancient traditional culture of China, including pens, ink, paper and inkstones. In these four kinds of articles, Mo is called "gold does not change" because of its special status and value.

1, Mexico plays an important role in Four Treasures of the Study. In ancient times, ink was the only writing material and one of the indispensable tools for literati. Gu Mo is made of pine smoke, oil fume and other raw materials, and its manufacturing process is complicated. Excellent ink requires exquisite skills and materials. Therefore, the value of ink is relatively high and it has become one of the treasures of literati.

2. Ink is called "gold can't be exchanged" because good ink is very rare. The process of making high-quality ink is very complicated, which requires multiple processes and strict quality inspection. Moreover, the materials for making high-quality ink are also very precious, such as pine smoke and lampblack. It takes time and energy to acquire these materials. Therefore, good ink is very rare, and the price is relatively high. It is as precious as gold, so it is called "gold does not change".

3. Ink is also called "gold cannot be exchanged" because it has high collection value. In ancient times, some famous ink and wash works not only had high artistic value, but also had high historical value. Mo Bao, a famous historical figure, has even become the object of collectors' pursuit. Therefore, good ink not only has high use value, but also has high collection value, which is called "gold cannot be exchanged".

The production process of Four Treasures of the Study-China ink stick;

The main raw materials for making ink are soot and glue. Soot is collected from the smoke of burning pine trees and other plants, and there are black or brown powdery substances. Glue is made from animal skins, bones, swim bladders, etc. After soaking, drying in the sun, cutting into small pieces and other processes.

Mix soot and gum in a certain proportion, add spices and other additives, and stir well. The mixed materials are made into ink blanks with a certain shape. Ink embryo needs to be dried to make it fully dry. Color the surface of ink blank to increase the firmness and gloss of ink. After packaging, it can become finished ink.

The quality and characteristics of ink mainly depend on the quality of raw materials and the level of manufacturing technology. Good ink is hard, delicate and smooth, which can produce obvious luster when writing, is not easy to fade, and has high collection and appreciation value.