Brush Pot And Inkwell In Chinese Soapstone
Chinese soapstone brush pot and inkwell
Sculptured sculpture representing 4 monkeys and featuring 3 compartments
These 3 compartments fulfill specific functions in the workshops of Chinese scholars
The large central urn, tall and slender, serves as a brush pot (Bi Tong) for storing calligraphy brushes, while the two lower, shallower basins act as washing tubs (Bi Xi) or inkwells for cleaning tips and holding ink paste
In Chinese culture, the monkey (Hou) is a highly auspicious zodiac animal. It symbolizes intelligence, agility and the desire to attain a high official rank
19 cm wide, 9 cm deep and 18 cm high
Total weight 2.1 kg
Twentieth-century craftsmanship
Sculptured sculpture representing 4 monkeys and featuring 3 compartments
These 3 compartments fulfill specific functions in the workshops of Chinese scholars
The large central urn, tall and slender, serves as a brush pot (Bi Tong) for storing calligraphy brushes, while the two lower, shallower basins act as washing tubs (Bi Xi) or inkwells for cleaning tips and holding ink paste
In Chinese culture, the monkey (Hou) is a highly auspicious zodiac animal. It symbolizes intelligence, agility and the desire to attain a high official rank
19 cm wide, 9 cm deep and 18 cm high
Total weight 2.1 kg
Twentieth-century craftsmanship
95 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Semi precious stone
Width: 19 cm
Height: 18 cm
Depth: 9 cm
Reference (ID): 1776354
Availability: In stock
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