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Brush and ink-stick stand with flowers

CultureChinese
OriginJingdezhen, Jiangxi, China
PeriodMing dynasty (1368-1644)
Datec.1500-1525
MediumPorcelain with underglaze cobalt blue
DimensionsOverall: 8.5 x 12 cm (3 3/8 x 4 3/4 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionChinese porcelain "Scholar's Desk" accessory holder, of squat barrel shape, moulded horizontally in two parts. The domed top is pierced with a rectangular panel and one large and three smaller circular apertures, and low foot. Decorated in underglaze blue with continuous design of peonies and chrysanthemums issuing from rockwork alternating with insects and foliate. It is bordered by bands of classic scroll work and waves, and the top has sprays of pomegranate, peony, chrysanthemum and camellia.
Credit LineThe Robert Murray Bell and Ann Walker Bell Collection of Chinese Blue and White Porcelain
Object numberG99.1.2
Classifications
Asian Ceramics
Sub-classification
Chinese Porcelain
Status
On view
Photographer: Toni Hafkenscheid
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