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A beautifully crafted Chinese pewter leaf dish, accentuated with a fine brass rim and a gracefully arched stem fitted with …
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A beautifully crafted Chinese pewter leaf dish, accentuated with a fine brass rim and a gracefully arched stem fitted with a pale jade-colored stone terminal. Modeled as a naturalistic leaf with deeply incised veins, the dish embodies the late-Qing and early-Republic fascination with scholar’s desk objects that blended organic forms with refined metalwork. The pewter is softly patinated from age, giving the surface a silvery, matte sheen that enhances the crisp leaf carving. he brass border adds a gentle warmth, while the curved stem—tipped with a small hardstone piece carved to resemble jade—offers both visual balance and a tactile point of interest.
Likely intended as a scholar’s brush washer, small offering dish, or desk accessory, pieces of this type were popular in southern Chinese workshops around the turn of the 20th century, where naturalistic forms symbolized harmony and seasonal renewal. Its compact size and sculptural silhouette make it equally appealing as a decorative accent today.
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- Dimensions
- 6ʺW × 2.75ʺD × 1.25ʺH
- Styles
- Asian Antique
- Chinese
- Period
- 1900 - 1909
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Pewter
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- n very good antique condition with age-appropriate wear. The pewter surface shows gentle, even patination consistent with early 20th-century scholar’s … moren very good antique condition with age-appropriate wear. The pewter surface shows gentle, even patination consistent with early 20th-century scholar’s objects, including light surface marks from handling and use. The brass rim is intact with minor oxidation and subtle color variation expected from age. The carved leaf veins remain crisp and well-defined. The curved stem is secure, and the pale stone (jade-form) terminal is free of chips or cracks. No dents, repairs, or structural issues observed. less
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