Artwork Details
Nationality
Creation Date
Materials
Object Types
Dimensions
5-3/8 x 3-5/8 x 3-5/8 in.
Dynasty
Accession Number
Credit Line
Gift of Professor and Mrs. R. Norris Shreve and Mr. and Mrs. Herman C. Krannert by exchange
Copyright
Collection
Asian Art (Chinese and other Asian)
Color Palette
Gallery Labels
This desktop accessory has minutely detailed pictorial designs created with flush and relief inlay.
The "100-treasure inlay" technique uses a multitude of materials, like amber, coral, ivory, mother of pearl, silver, various precious stones, and wood.
While working at a desk indoors, the owner of this brush pot might have been inspired to daydream about simple country pleasures.
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