Chinese Puddingstone Calligraphy Brush, C. 1900

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Along with paper, ink and inkstone, the brush is one of the Four Treasures of the scholar’s studio. Arguably the … Read more Along with paper, ink and inkstone, the brush is one of the Four Treasures of the scholar’s studio. Arguably the most important tool, the brush served as a direct link to the artist’s creative spirit. This large calligraphy brush wonderfully recreates traditional forms with carved bone fittings and a handle of large beads carved from puddingstone.

Named for its intriguing appearance resembling a pudding studded with raisins, puddingstone is a favored material for Chinese painting tables and incense stands, appreciated for its dense texture, rich brown color and irregular composition. See less