Brushpot - Bamboo, Wood - A BRUSPOT DEPICTING TWO MONKEYS - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)
Description A very large bamboo brushpot Superb relief carving depicting two monkeys teaming up to harvest several overripe peaches from a giant tree amid craggy rockwork. One of the mates is already sitting on a branch and helps his companion to climb up. The rim bears a deeply incised meander border and an engraved copper mounting. Datation 19th Century - C. 1875 Condition Good condition The copper mounting is original but slightly warped. Several natural age cracks. Superb golden-brown patina ! Please check pictures for global condition Provenance French private collection
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Description A very large bamboo brushpot Superb relief carving depicting two monkeys teaming up to harvest several overripe peaches from a giant tree amid craggy rockwork. One of the mates is already sitting on a branch and helps his companion to climb up. The rim bears a deeply incised meander border and an engraved copper mounting. Datation 19th Century - C. 1875 Condition Good condition The copper mounting is original but slightly warped. Several natural age cracks. Superb golden-brown patina ! Please check pictures for global condition Provenance French private collection
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