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Chinese Porcelain Brush Pot, C. 1700. Kangxi Period.
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Chinese Porcelain Brush Pot, C. 1700. Kangxi Period.

17th century
Sold 28 February 2026 · Philip Carrol Antiques
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Chinese porcelain bitong, c. 1700, Kangxi Period. The brush pot, hand painted in underglaze blue, with attendants making offers to a Dignitary, standing in a garden, before a large rock.

The reverse, with a banana plant growing before a pavilion, partially obscured by clouds.

Having an unglazed base, with a central glazed recess.

Height – 12.5 cm, 4 7/8”.

Diameter – 9.2 cm, 3 5/8”.

Condition – Crack to the body – please see images for detail. No restoration.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Chinese Porcelain Brush Pot to the 17th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
12.5cm (4.92")
Width
9.2cm (3.62")
Depth
9.2cm (3.62")
Reference Numbers
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SA1198888
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Chinese porcelain bitong, c. 1700, Kangxi Period.
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The brush pot, hand painted in underglaze blue, with attendants making offers to a Dignitary, standing in a garden, before a large rock.
Philip Carrol Antiques

The reverse, with a banana plant growing before a pavilion, partially obscured by clouds.

Having an unglazed base, with a central glazed recess.

Height – 12.5 cm, 4 7/8”.

Diameter – 9.2 cm, 3 5/8”.

Condition – Crack to the body – please see images for detail. No restoration.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Chinese Porcelain Brush Pot to the 17th Century.

Height
12.5cm (4.92")
Width
9.2cm (3.62")
Depth
9.2cm (3.62")
Reference Numbers
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SA1198888
Philip Carrol Antiques
Philip Carrol Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2017

Philip carrol antiques was established in 1983

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Archive I A cylindrical white porcelain brush pot hand-painted with blue cobalt scenes depicting figures in a landscape. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Chinese Porcelain Brush Pot, C. 1700. Kangxi Period.

Archive II A cylindrical white porcelain brush pot hand-painted with blue cobalt scenes depicting figures in a landscape. View II
Archive III A cylindrical white porcelain brush pot hand-painted with blue cobalt scenes depicting figures in a landscape. View III
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A cylindrical white porcelain brush pot hand-painted with blue cobalt scenes depicting figures in a landscape.
Chinese porcelain brush pot, c. 1700. Kangxi Period.
Ref: SA1198888
A cylindrical white porcelain brush pot hand-painted with blue cobalt scenes depicting figures in a landscape.
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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period17th century
  • StyleQing Dynasty
  • MaterialPorcelain, Cobalt
  • ColourBlue and White
  • MotifsFigural landscape painting, Underglaze cobalt blue, Cylindrical body, Flat unglazed base
  • SizeH 12.5 cm (5 in) x W 9.2 cm (4 in) x D 9.2 cm (4 in)

The Kangxi period (16621722) of the Qing dynasty is widely regarded as a golden age for Chinese ceramics, renowned for technical excellence, vibrant cobalt blue pigments, and finely painted narrative scenes.

These cylindrical vessels, known as bitong, were crafted from high-fired petuntse and kaolin clay, then hand-painted with cobalt blue underglaze before receiving a clear glossy glaze and kiln firing.

Authenticity is determined by evaluating the quality of the cobalt blue tones, the fine texture of the porcelain body, footrim characteristics, glaze characteristics, and stylistic consistency with period painting conventions.

An antique brush pot functions effectively as a sculptural desk accessory, a mantelpiece focal point, or a vessel for displaying dried botanical stems within a curated shelf arrangement.

Antique porcelain should be cleaned using a soft, dry cloth or washed gently in lukewarm water with mild detergent when necessary, avoiding abrasive materials and harsh chemical cleaners.
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