Sandbanks Antiques has dated this Famille Noire Brush Pot to the 19th Century.
This elegant brush pot, or bitong, is a fine example of Chinese porcelain art. It features a beautifully painted scene of the Eight Immortals.
The pot's most striking feature is its "famille noire" (black family) palette, a highly sought-after style from the Qing
dynasty. The vibrant green, aubergine, and white enamels stand in stark contrast against the lustrous, iridescent black glaze. The base of the pot is unglazed, revealing the fine porcelain body and is unmarked, which is common for many non-imperial wares from this period.
The high quality of the painting and the depth and shimmer of the black glaze strongly suggest a Kangxi period (1662-1722) attribution, a time renowned for its masterful porcelain production. This piece serves as a beautiful representation of the scholar's desk, embodying the refined taste and cultural pursuits of the time.
The pot is of cylindrical form
Period:- Qing Dynasty - 19th Century
Height:- 12.5cm approx
Provenance:- UK Private Collection
Condition:- Good - No chips. cracks or repairs
Sandbanks Antiques has dated this Famille Noire Brush Pot to the 19th Century.
Specialising in antique silver, gold boxes, gold coins and objects de vertu. Rare fine-quality imperial chinese porcelain, jades, cloisonné
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A Rare Chinese Famille Noire Eight Imortals Brush Pot / Bitong - Qing Dynasty
