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Chinese Zitan eagle bitong, a cylindrical brushpot with an inset base, in heavy, Chinese, Zitan hardwood, having 3/4" thick walls … Read more Chinese Zitan eagle bitong, a cylindrical brushpot with an inset base, in heavy, Chinese, Zitan hardwood, having 3/4" thick walls and weighing 2 1/2 lbs. The rim and foot are banded with cloud and thunder meanders. The finely carved, bas-relief artwork depicts an eagle soaring over a landscape of pine forested mountains and hermitages, amid the clouds and a setting sun. Four, finely carved, Kaishu script characters in a vertical cartouche separate the sides of the landscape at the back of the brushpot. Circa Republic of China era, no later than mid century. See less
- Dimensions
- 4.12ʺW × 4.12ʺD × 6ʺH
- Styles
- Chinese
- Traditional
- Period
- 1930s
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Zitan
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- A few, small, stable checks are seen, excellent vintage condition. A few, small, stable checks are seen, excellent vintage condition. less
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