Buffalo Horn Brush Cup, China, Late Qing / Early Republic, C. 1880

Turned from a single block of buffalo horn, this scholar’s vessel exemplifies quiet luxury for contemporary interiors. The profile opens to a thick, rounded lip; the rim’s amber translucency plays against a darker core, while subtle fibres flicker beneath the polish. A crisp studio seal underfoot (likely 吉祥禪室) situates the object within the literati “pure form” tradition — minimal, tactile, material-led.

Measurements

• Height: 6.2 cm / 2.44″

• Rim diameter: 10.2 cm / 4.02″

• Weight: 263 g

Condition
Clean, honest surface with even old polish and light wear; no visible chips or cracks. Displays with a soft organic glow and pairs effortlessly with stone, bronze or minimalist spaces.

Shipping & Packaging
Tracked, insured shipping.
Professional, protective packing.
Recycled materials where possible.

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