A BLACK STONE BRUSWASHER IN THE FORM OF A WATER BUFFALO, QING DYNASTY
A BLACK STONE BRUSWASHER IN THE FORM OF A WATER BUFFALO, QING DYNASTY
Black stone
China, late Qing dynasty
The brushwasher is carved from black stone in the form of a water buffalo, its tail curled up on its back and its head turned backwards with a curious expression. Later added glass cover.
Dimensions: HEIGHT 4 CM, LENGTH 9.5 CM
Condition: Good condition, minor nicks and scratches to the surface of the stone
Provenance: French private collection