Pair Of Carved Soapstone Incense Holders / Trinket Dishes, China, Mid-20th Century
Small incense bowls or brush holders, carved from steatite (soapstone), made in China. They are also known as scholar’s brush cups or incense burners. The design is identical but slightly different, typical of a handmade pair.
Details
Material: Soapstone, a soft beige-gray stone veined with black. Carved and then patinated. Characteristic soapy texture.
Iconography:
On the right: A monkey (symbol of mischief and longevity) leaning over a lotus-leaf-shaped basin. The lotus symbolizes purity.
On the left: A monkey holding a lotus leaf with seeds (the black top with holes) and another lotus-shaped basin in front of it. Openwork base shaped like a rock.
Details
Material: Soapstone, a soft beige-gray stone veined with black. Carved and then patinated. Characteristic soapy texture.
Iconography:
On the right: A monkey (symbol of mischief and longevity) leaning over a lotus-leaf-shaped basin. The lotus symbolizes purity.
On the left: A monkey holding a lotus leaf with seeds (the black top with holes) and another lotus-shaped basin in front of it. Openwork base shaped like a rock.
120 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition
Length: 12
Height: 8
Depth: 5
Reference (ID): 1792119
Availability: In stock
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