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Blue-and-white brush washer in lotus design
Updated: Mar 25, 2024
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Delve into Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) literati’s elegant lifestyle with this unique brush washer! Featuring four bands of 64 petals, this stunning piece is meticulously crafted to form a lotus blossom. A round reserved panel embellished with intricate floral motifs is set in the center, along with Sanskrit inscriptions.
As a fine piece of Jingdezhen ware, it provides valuable insights into the craftsmanship and evolution of imperial blue-and-white ceramics in the Ming Dynasty. Collection: Henan Museum.
