Chinese Antique Carved Dogs Soapstone Brush Washer & Stand

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Superbly carved antique Chinese soapstone brush washer and stand carved with dogs and dating from the 18th century. The soapstone … Read more Superbly carved antique Chinese soapstone brush washer and stand carved with dogs and dating from the 18th century. The soapstone carving is of long and narrow and a shallower open container to wash brushes. The containers stand on an ornate pierced and drilled base with two dogs play on top of the pot. The other dog family is a carved stand on the base. The mother dog feeding the baby dog and the father dog is standing at one end. The pots are engraved with flowers. The soapstone carving is not otherwise marked.

The carving is offered in good original condition with some wear and tear associated with age and use. Length 8 4/8 inches ( 21.5 cm ). Height 4 3/8 inches (11.2 cm ). See less