What is East Indian Ink?
East Indian ink is a medium made of fine soot, called lampblack, which is combined with water. The carbon molecules make a black, waterproof ink. It has been used in India since the 4th century BC. Artists use the ink for writing, drawing, and painting.
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ARTWORKS RELATED TO EAST INDIAN INK
Bram Bogart
Untitled - informal drawing, 1958
Drawing / Watercolor
East Indian ink
EUR 1,900
Laxma Goud
Lady, 1976
Drawing / Watercolor
East Indian ink
EUR 3,000
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