19thC Chinese Bamboo Brush Pot

~ 19thC Chinese Bamboo Brush Pot ~

A lovely Chinese brush pot dating to the mid 19^th century.

The pot is made of a single stem of bamboo inlaid with segments of bone (or maybe ivory).

The pot is faceted and on each facet is a long oval piece of inlay and a small circular piece. There is an inlay collar to the upper half.

The pieces of inlay are hand-carved with images of Chinese people involved in different activities and with Chinese symbols and text.

~ Dimensions ~

The pot has a diameter of 10cm (4 inches) and a height of 15cm (6 inches).

It weighs 345g.

~ Condition ~

The bamboo has a few small natural splits but no actual damage. The inlay is all in good order.

The pot has a lovely tactile quality with areas smooth from use.

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