Antique Hand cCrved Inkan Stamp in Boxwood 2.25" Games but rather stamp ones name

but rather stamp ones name with a chop or inkan like this one

A clean white clay glazed over in a light tone

The Japanese Ranma is a decorative and functional carving used above a door way to allow airflow and light to pass though

Some wear on of the gilding helps age the piece and show it's authenticity

Antique Hand cCrved Inkan Stamp in Boxwood 2.25" Games but rather stamp ones nameThis is a vintage Chinese hand carved boxwood inkan. In Japan and China one does not sign, but rather stamp ones name with a chop or inkan like this one. This over a half century old inkan stamp measures 3" tall by 2" wide by 1 1 8 thick. Despite some minor signs of use, this stamp remains in excellent condition.