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Collection of Five 19th Century Chinese Root Wood Brush Washers

About the Item

A remarkable and rare collection of five 19th century Chinese wabi sabi root wood scholar's brush washers, each carved from the root ball of a bamboo plant. Brush washers were originally used by Chinese scholars to clean their calligraphy brushes.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3 in (7.62 cm)Width: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 5
  • Style:
    Rustic (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    China
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Some cracks and bug damage, but to be expected for items of this age.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RIGHTPROPER2254C1stDibs: LU3738331121612
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