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Tall Pair Of Antique Brush Pots, Chinese, Bamboo, Bitong, Flower Vase, Victorian

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This is a tall pair of antique brush pots. A Chinese, hand-carved bamboo bitong or flower vase, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Fascinating bitong, or traditionally carved brush pots - ideal for dry flower arrangements Displaying a desirable aged patina, in good original order Skilfully carved with an abundance of detail, the bamboo presents bright caramel hues The scenes depict merchants within a bamboo forest, further decorated with pavilions Excellent examples of Chinese craftsmanship of the late Qing dynasty This is a charming and decorative pair of antique dry flower vases, useful as brush pots in the bitong tradition. Delivered polished and ready to display. Dimensions: Max Width: 10.5cm (4.25'') Max Depth: 10.5cm (4.25'') Max Height: 31.5cm (12.5'') Opening Diameter: 8cm (3.25'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.41 in (31.5 cm)Width: 4.14 in (10.5 cm)Depth: 4.14 in (10.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.98271stDibs: LU2645338067452

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