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The "Studio of the Returned Inkslab" refers to a historical event involving a significant person in Chinese culture, Su Shi, also known as Su Dongpo (1037–1101), a renowned poet, writer, and statesman of the Song Dynasty. The term "Returned Inkslab" originates from an incident where Su Shi was falsely accused and exiled. According to the story, during his exile, someone took his inkslab (an important tool for calligraphy and painting), but it was eventually returned to him. This event symbolized justice and the return of something precious.
The story of the "Returned Inkslab" underscores a broader cultural significance related to integrity, loyalty, and resilience amidst adversity in Chinese history.
You can find a detailed account of Su Shi and his endorsement of ink making in the academic work titled "The Death of an Artisan: Su Shi and Ink Making" found on Harvard's scholarly website here.
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