Brush pot (bitong) in the shape of a tree trunk
Place of OriginChina
Dateapprox. 1700-1900
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MaterialsDelessite
DimensionsH. 4 1/8 in x W. 3 3/4 in x D. 2 1/4 in, H. 10.5 cm x W. 9.5 cm x D. 5.7 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60J202
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsJade And Stones
On View
Not on viewThis fine-grained black stone was elaborately cut to capture the essence of a craggy old tree stump. The elements of pine, plum, and bamboo as well as rock formations have been cut into the surface. Similar motifs are found in wood, ceramic, bamboo, ivory, and almost every other material used for making brush pots.
approx. 1900-1940
approx. 1700-1800
1700-1800
1644-1911