Vintage Cloisonné Enamel Brush Washer – Scrolling Lotus & Vine Motif, Cobalt Blue Ground

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This is a striking large vintage cloisonné enamel brush washer, a classic scholar's desk accessory used for rinsing calligraphy brushes. … Read more This is a striking large vintage cloisonné enamel brush washer, a classic scholar's desk accessory used for rinsing calligraphy brushes. The bowl features a deep, rounded form with a wide, flared rim, both finished with bright gold gilding. Crafted from a copper body with intricate wire inlay, the exterior is richly decorated against a deep cobalt blue ground with a continuous, scrolling design. The main body features large, stylized lotus blossoms in pink, white, and orange, surrounded by scrolling green vines and acanthus-like leaves, accented with red flame-like curls. The rim is bordered by a band of colorful lappets in red, white, and gold. The interior is glazed in a bright, solid turquoise blue. A highly decorative and collectible piece, ideal for a scholar's desk or as a display object.

Dimensions & Measurements:

Height: 11 cm (approx. 4.33 inches)

Mouth Diameter: 21.5 cm (approx. 8.46 inches) See less