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Chinese Shou Shoe Carpenter Line, c. 1850
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Given the beauty and thoughtful design of traditional Chinese furniture, it’s no wonder that Qing-dynasty carpenter’s tools were accorded the same attention to detail. This remarkably intact 19th-century ink line reel was carved in the form of a bound-foot shoe with a shou symbol of longevity on the toe, conveying a message of eternal beauty. Used to mark straight lines, this ingenious tool runs a thread across an inkwell as its drawn across a measured surface. Anchored by a stickpin, the thread is then stamped to create a straight guide line. Once an essential component of a Chinese carpenter's toolkit, this reel lives on as a storied sculptural object.
- Dimensions:Height: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Diameter: 6 in (15.24 cm)Seat Height: 3.25 in (8.26 cm)
- Style:Qing (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: BJC097E1stDibs: LU820012999412
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