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A Rare Chinese Carved Soap Stone Brush Pot.

Name: A Rare Chinese Carved Soap Stone Brush Pot.
SKU: as755a100
Price: 580.00 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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This large Chinese soapstone brush pot was made for holding brushes used by scholars for Chinese calligraphy. The brushes would be rinsed and stored in the pot with their handle down so that the bundles of hair would keep their shape and point.
This piece is of a simple design with a ring turned base with five carved feet and the body is plain with a central carved panel front and back with lotus flowers and a collar of decoration at the rim.
This brush pot has been made from one solid piece of stone and has been finely hollowed.
Soapstone is a relatively soft material similar in the appearance of marble but is easily carved and is often used in 19th century Chinese art.
This piece has good patina and is in good condition.
Circa 1890.
Height = 25 cm (9.8")
Width = 11 cm (4.3")
Depth = 11 cm (4.3") We no longer have shop premises. All of our items can be viewed online.
If you wish to see an item, we will be more than happy to arrange a viewing.

Many thanks
Wendy and Robert

Price

£~~580.00~~

$~~768.91~~ USA

€~~675.47~~

The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 16/APR/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
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Shipping information

We use a specialist delivery firm for all of our furniture and fragile items and DHL for antiques that can be packed professionally here on the premises for a next day delivery tracked and fully insured.

All overseas deliveries are also available.

Please contact us at 01905 622468/ 07929 011224 / 07720 607007. Alternatively, email robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com