19c Chinese scholar huanghuali BRUSH REST DRAGON

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19th century Chinese wooden brush rest carved in the form of a crouching dragon on a base. Dense hardwood (must be wood species related to huanghuali), wonderful warm patina, old nicks, ink and water stains adding character to the piece. Clever functional design, very good object for scholar’s desk. Length 4 7/8 inches, height 1 5/16 inches.

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19c Chinese scholar huanghuali BRUSH REST DRAGON

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