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Large Pair of Vintage Dry Flower Vases, Chinese, Bamboo, Bitong, Brush Pot, 1930

About the Item

This is a large pair of vintage dry flower vases. A Chinese, hand-carved bamboo bitong or brush pot, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Skilfully carved bitong, or decorative brush pots - ideal for dry flower arrangements. Displaying a desirable aged patina, minor splitting to the bamboo. Expertly carved with an abundance of detail, the bamboo presenting light biscuit hues. The scenes depict traders and workers within a bamboo forest. Delightful examples of Chinese craftsmanship during the late Art Deco period. Each offering an opening diameter of 8.5cm (3.25''). This is a striking pair of large vintage dry flower vases, with superb carving in the bitong tradition. Delivered polished and ready to display. Dimensions: Pot 1 width: 11.5cm (4.5'') Pot 1 depth: 11.5cm (4.5'') Pot 1 height: 35cm (13.75'') Pot 2 width: 11cm (4.25'') Pot 2 depth: 11cm (4.25'') Pot 2 height: 34cm (13.5'').
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.78 in (35 cm)Width: 4.53 in (11.5 cm)Depth: 4.53 in (11.5 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1930
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.88291stDibs: LU2645331387962
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