A pair of turquoise glazed porcelain bamboo cluster brush pots
一對綠松石釉瓷竹叢筆筒

Kangxi period 1662-1722 AD China
清 康熙時期（西元 1662–1722年）中國

H11.3cm, D9.3cm

This elegant pair of brush pots is crafted in the form of bamboo stalks, symbolizing resilience and scholarly virtue in traditional Chinese culture. Encircling the rim and midsection are plump, full-bodied bamboo leaves, complementing the robust and rounded stalks. The surface is coated in a vibrant turquoise glaze that highlights its sculptural details. Both decorative and functional, these brush pots reflect refined craftsmanship and the natural dynamism of bamboo, making them ideal additions to a scholar’s desk.

Similar Examples

A similar form is illustrated in Brushpots by Sam Marsh pages 222 and 223.