Rare Chinese Porcelain Brush

Ancient Chinese Porcelain Brush Pot, Kintsugi Restored

Delve into the history of Chinese art with this magnificent porcelain brush pot. These objects were once essential companions for scholars and artists in Imperial China, used to organize their calligraphy and painting brushes. Beyond their utilitarian function, they were often true works of art, reflecting the taste and refinement of their owner.

This pot is adorned with a delicate hand-painted motif, depicting a dragon and a phoenix. The representation of the dragon and phoenix is a celebration of harmony, perfect union, and good fortune, particularly in a matrimonial context.

Having been broken, this pot has been meticulously restored using the ancient Japanese traditional Kintsugi technique, utilizing 24-karat gold. Each golden line tells a part of its story, adding a unique dimension to its charm.

Measuring 13 cm in height, this brush pot is not only a fascinating collector’s item; it is also perfectly functional. You can use it for its original purpose for your brushes, or transform it into an elegant vase for delicate flowers, bringing a touch of history and poetry to your interior.