Brush Holder, 1573-1620
Unknown artist, Chinaexpand_more
Porcelain with underglaze blue decorexpand_more
Gift of Ruth and Bruce Daytonexpand_more 97.46.1
Not on Viewexpand_more
This moulded tray would have been used as a receptacle to hold brushes during the writing or painting process. The shape of the vessel and its cobalt blue design elements, which appear to be stylized cloud motifs, are typical of the late 16th century, and the bottom bears a six-character Wanli reign (1573-1620) mark in underglaze blue. Most likely made at Jingdezhen, this tray is typical of a variety of porcelain writing implements including brush handles and brush rests that were made in both underglaze and overglaze enamels.
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- Title
- Brush Holder
- Role
- Artist
- Accession Number
- 97.46.1
- Curator Approved
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