Chinese Bamboo Brush Pot Carved River Landscape Qing Dynasty Brown Patina 19th C
£85.00
Inventory Code: INV4694
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Chinese Bamboo Brush Pot Carved River Landscape Qing Dynasty Brown Patina 19th C
ITEM DETAILS
Inventory Code: INV4694
Object: Brush Pot
Material: Carved Bamboo
Origin: China
Period: Qing Dynasty
Date: 19th Century
Decoration: Deeply carved continuous river landscape with boats, figures, trees and village scenes
Mark: Unmarked
MEASUREMENTS
Height: 11.8 in / 30.0 cm
Width: 5.0 in / 12.5 cm
Depth: 4.3 in / 11.0 cm
CONDITION
FAIR (3/5) – Major vertical crack running through the body from top to base with additional cracks to the base. Structurally compromised but still displays well as a decorative or study piece. Please review the photos carefully for more details.
DESCRIPTION
A finely carved Chinese bamboo brush pot decorated in high relief with an attractive continuous riverside landscape. The detailed carving depicts boats, figures, trees, pavilions and village architecture in a traditional composition. The bamboo has developed a rich dark brown patina from age and use. An interesting decorative example of Qing Dynasty craftsmanship despite its significant damage.
COLLECTOR’S NOTE
Carved bamboo brush pots were popular scholar’s desk objects during the Qing Dynasty and were appreciated for their artistic quality as much as their practical use. Examples with detailed landscape scenes remain highly collectible and reflect the refined taste of the Chinese literati.
NOTES
Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description.
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