ORIENTAL AND ISLAMIC ART AUCTION 7 JULY 2026 | Jul 7, 2026
Lot 47
A DEER ANTLER BRUSH WASHER, CHINA, 17TH–18TH CENTURY A DEER ANTLER BRUSH WASHER, CHINA, 17TH–18TH CENTURY A DEER ANTLER BRUSH WASHER, CHINA, 17TH–18TH CENTURY A DEER ANTLER BRUSH WASHER, CHINA, 17TH–18TH CENTURY

Lot 47 A DEER ANTLER BRUSH WASHER, CHINA, 17TH–18TH CENTURY

Reference: ART10010362

A finely carved brush washer made from deer antler, dating to the 17th–18th century. The natural form of the antler is skillfully shaped into an organic vessel, decorated with carved lingzhi fungi and naturalistic textures, symbolizing longevity and good fortune in Chinese culture.

Such objects were used on a scholar’s desk to rinse calligraphy brushes during painting and writing. Length: 7.6 cm
Provenance: Private collection mr. J.K., Switzerland

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