Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Cylinder Vase / Brush Holder With Boat & Fishermen Motif

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This elegant Chinese porcelain brush pot (bitong) features a classic cylindrical form with a slightly recessed rim and a flat, … Read more This elegant Chinese porcelain brush pot (bitong) features a classic cylindrical form with a slightly recessed rim and a flat, unglazed base. It is beautifully hand-painted in underglaze cobalt blue, serving as a sophisticated accent piece for a scholar's desk, bookshelf, or console table.

Key Features:

Motif: The body is adorned with a serene, hand-painted "Jiangnan" (south of the river) water scene. It depicts traditional wooden boats, fishermen at work, aquatic plants, and distant mountains, capturing a tranquil rural landscape.

Form: A sturdy, straight-sided cylindrical silhouette.

Glaze & Finish: Finished in a glossy, pale celadon-tinted white glaze with a subtle crackle texture. The base and rim show a faint brown wash, giving it a vintage, aged patina.

Versatile Use: Traditionally used as a brush pot for calligraphy, it is also perfect for displaying long-stemmed flowers, holding kitchen utensils, or serving as a standalone sculptural object.

Dimensions:

Height: 5.1 inches (13 cm)

Rim Diameter: 3.9 inches (10 cm)

Base Diameter: 3.9 inches (10 cm) See less