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18th century Chinese Huanghuali Brush Pot (Bitong)

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Chinese Huanghuali Brush Pot, Bitong, an elegant simple form, well carved from one honey coloured and nicely figured limb of huanghuali (Dalbergia Odorifera) hardwood, carved as a thin walled cylinder (5/16” thick and 3-1/8”deep) with slight flared and concave contour on the sides, slightly convex mouth rim and slightly concave base flat and unmarked Size: 4-1/16” high. Mouth: 2-3/8” in diameter. Base: 2-1/4” in diameter. Qing Dynasty, 18th Century. Provenance: Japanese Private Collection, Kyoto
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.07 in (10.34 cm)Diameter: 2.38 in (6.05 cm)
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Hardwood,Turned,Varnished,Woodwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Qing Dynasty
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor chips to the base edge, signs of wear and use, overall fine condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: TM-UH800541stDibs: LU1778236807462

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