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Antique Artist's Brush Pot, Chinese, Carved Bamboo, Treen, Victorian, circa 1900

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This is an antique artist's brush pot. A Chinese, carved bamboo treen, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Enthusiastically carved detail within a broad bamboo trunk Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order Bamboo shows appealing grain interest and rich caramel hues Striking front scene with figures upon a stage, ahead of copious leaf detail Large phoenix within oval medallions adorn the sides Trio of smaller carved panels decorating the rear This is a charming antique artist's brush pot, with strong Oriental iconography skilfully carved into a stout piece of bamboo. Delivered waxed, polished and ready to use. Dimensions: Max Width: 13cm (5'') Max Depth: 13cm (5'') Max Height: 17.5cm (7'') Opening Diameter: 10cm (4'').
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.89 in (17.5 cm)Width: 5.12 in (13 cm)Depth: 5.12 in (13 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.82861stDibs: LU2645328027922
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