The Ink Paste Rarer Than Gold: Longquan Ink

The video discusses the unique and rare Longquan ink paste, particularly the prized len ink paste, which is known for its distinctive qualities and labor-intensive production process.

artistic techniques and Concepts:

• ink paste composition: Regular ink paste is made from vegetable oil and Cinnabar, while len ink paste includes lotus fiber.
• Rarity and Value: len ink paste is considered more valuable than gold due to its rarity and the intricate methods required to produce it.

creative process:

• Material Extraction:
  • lotus fiber is hand-extracted from lotus stocks.
  • It takes approximately 11,000 pounds of lotus stocks to yield just 5 ounces of lotus fiber.
• Production Time: The entire process to create len ink paste spans over 3 years.

Unique Characteristics:

• Durability: Imprints made with len ink paste remain visible even if the paper is burned.

Contributors:

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