Description:
Gilt-lacquered Brush Holder, China, 19th century, quatrefoil shape, the exterior decorated in a continuous scene of bats in flight amongst clouds, with Eight Buddhist Symbols interspersed, all between brocade bands of curvilinear borders, gilt on black lacquer, Qianlong six-character mark engraved on the base, ht. 6 1/2, dia. 6 1/2 in.
Estimate $300-500
crackleure, overall with wear and loss of lacquer and gilt
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