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Porcelain Brush Rest with Vivid Fish Images

About the Item

A heavy mid-century Chinese porcelain brush rest, beautifully hand painted with colorful fish images and character marks on the lower left corner. An unusual and striking piece.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU972423516162
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