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Finely Carved Chinese Brush Holder Pot

Creator: Buddha / Buddhism
Offered by: Tishu

Description
Chinese Rosewood brush holder (pen pot) circa late Qing dynasty. Finely carved on surface with a sitting Buddha on lotus throne holding his hands in Vitarka mudra, which signifies the transmission of his teachings. Surrounding him around the center frame is a packed group of Bodhisattva and deities at the attendance to his sermon. The dense carving is done with superb craftsmanship and much attention was paid to the details. The wood is likely Hongmu a rosewood family that resembles Huanghuali but with a distinguished smell (also known in southern China as Hong Suanzhi, the sour wood), a dark hard wood, choice of the material for many highly carved scholar objects for the literati.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	wood
Condition:	Good. Very fine antique condition, with possible older restoration toward the base, encrustation and crystallized patina on the base and inside.
Creation Date:	19th century
Styles / Movements:	Chinese Export, Asian, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	329769

Dimensions

H.	12 in;	Diam.	5 in;
H.	30.48 cm;	Diam.	12.7 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.