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19th Century Chinese Square Rosewood, Boxwood, and Bone Brush Pot

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  • Chinese Gnarled Brush Pot, c. 1850
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    A brush pot, such as this one made in Hainan province, may once have sat on the desk of a learned scholar next to his brushes, inkpot, and ink stone. Made of rustic, gnarled wood...
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    Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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  • Chinese Zitan Brush Pot with Soapstone Inlay, c. 1900
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    Set alongside the four treasures of the study - the calligraphy brush, ink, paper, and inkstone - a brush pot, or bitong, was an essential fixture of the scholars' desk. This beautif...
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    Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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  • Pair of Chinese Longevity Relief Scroll Cases, c. 1900
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    Delicately carved of dense hardwood, these 19th-century scroll cases were an essential accessory for the esteemed Qing-dynasty scholar. The perfect size for a rolled-up scroll, the cases were once used to store and protect works of traditional calligraphy and landscape painting. The matching cases are hand-carved in low relief with all-over scrollwork and borders of geometric meanders. Each case is carved with repeated Shou characters, symbols of longevity and a blessing for a long and complete life. Amid the scrollwork flourishes are ribbon-clad objects known as the Eight Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism, including the eternal knot...
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    Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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    Hardwood

  • Chinese Calligraphy Brush, c. 1900
    Located in Chicago, IL
    Along with paper, ink, and inkstone, the brush was part of the four treasures found in a scholar’s studio. Arguably the most important tool, the brush served as a direct link to the ...
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    Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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    Wood

  • Chinese Calligraphy Brush, c. 1900
    Located in Chicago, IL
    Dated to the early 20th century, this fine calligraphy brush would have been an essential tool for a Qing-dynasty scholar-official, used to draft official documents or compose poetry...
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    Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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  • Chinese Calligraphy Brush, circa 1900
    Located in Chicago, IL
    Along with paper, ink, and inkstone, the brush was part of the Four Treasures found in a scholar’s studio. Arguably the most important tool, the brush served as a direct link to the ...
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    Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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