"Ceramic Dropper, China, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century"
Small ceramic dropper in the shape of an animal. Pierced with two holes, one for air and the other for a slow drip of water, it is used in calligraphy to thin the ink.
A chip is present near one of the holes.
Good overall condition.
19th century.
Dimensions:
H: 4.5 cm
W: 7 cm
D: 3 cm