A Chinese Rosewood Plaque with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay of Scholars in Landscape
Late 19th century; A Chinese hardwood panel, late Qing to Republic period, inlaid with mother-of-pearl to depict scholars in a garden landscape, with flowering trees, rockwork, and scholar’s objects. The upper section carved in relief with gnarled branches and foliage, forming a naturalistic cresting edge. The mother-of-pearl inlay is finely detailed, showing figures in long robes, architectural elements, and an inscription in Chinese characters. Dimensions?Height: 11 inches; Width: 8.5 inches.
Condition
Minor surface consistent with age and material
Late 19th century; A Chinese hardwood panel, late Qing to Republic period, inlaid with mother-of-pearl to depict scholars in a garden landscape, with flowering trees, rockwork, and scholar’s objects. The upper section carved in relief with gnarled branches and foliage, forming a naturalistic cresting edge. The mother-of-pearl inlay is finely detailed, showing figures in long robes, architectural elements, and an inscription in Chinese characters. Dimensions?Height: 11 inches; Width: 8.5 inches.
Condition
Minor surface consistent with age and material
