Antique Chinese Root Form Brush Pot
$4,500.00
Qing Dynasty 18th/19th century
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Shop this antique Chinese root form brush pot for sale. This wooden vessel, which dates to the Qing dynasty and was made between the 18th and 19th centuries, is decorated with magnolia form botanicals in relief carving that wrap around the bulbous room created by the gnarled edges and organic shape of the body. On the surface, there are areas of previously removed lacquer to be seen, and the base of the brush pot does not appear to be original to the upper portion of the vessel.
The term is most commonly used to refer to artistic objects traditionally used by a Chinese scholar in their studio setting, mostly in their practice of the art of writing Chinese calligraphy. Among the items on the scholar’s desk is everything from tables, screens, and chairs to the smaller items that can be found on their desk.
The term is most commonly used to refer to artistic objects traditionally used by a Chinese scholar in their studio setting, mostly in their practice of the art of writing Chinese calligraphy. Among the items on the scholar’s desk is everything from tables, screens, and chairs to the smaller items that can be found on their desk.
Dimensions
6.125 inches in height.
Condition
The brush pot has chips, surface abrasions, wear, and joint separation from the base.
