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A Finely Carved Chinese Boxwood Reclining Figure of a Sage Possibly a Wrist Rest
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A Finely Carved Chinese Boxwood Reclining Figure of a Sage Possibly a Wrist Rest

1900 - 1920
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A finely carved Chinese boxwood figure depicting a reclining Sage. This was possibly a wrist rest for a writer or a painter with a nice deep rich patina There is a £12 charge for postage and packing. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request

Physical Dimensions
Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
19.5cm (7.68")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Declaration

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Boxwood Wrist Rest to the 1920s.

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SA781694
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Description
A finely carved Chinese boxwood figure depicting a reclining Sage.
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This was possibly a wrist rest for a writer or a painter with a nice deep rich patina There is a £12 charge for postage and packing.
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request

Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
19.5cm (7.68")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Boxwood Wrist Rest to the 1920s.

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SA781694
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A carved Chinese boxwood wrist rest depicting a reclining bearded sage with flowing robes and a gourd bottle.
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Archive I A carved Chinese boxwood wrist rest depicting a reclining bearded sage with flowing robes and a gourd bottle.

A Finely Carved Chinese Boxwood Reclining Figure of a Sage Possibly a Wrist Rest

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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A carved Chinese boxwood wrist rest depicting a reclining bearded sage with flowing robes and a gourd bottle.
A finely carved Chinese boxwood reclining figure of a Sage possibly a wrist rest
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A carved Chinese boxwood wrist rest depicting a reclining bearded sage with flowing robes and a gourd bottle.
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleChinese Qing Style
  • MaterialBoxwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsReclining figure, Flowing robes, Double gourd bottle, Smooth polished patina
  • SizeH 4 cm (2 in) x W 19.5 cm (8 in) x D 4.5 cm (2 in)

This Chinese Qing style desk accessory is a finely carved boxwood reclining figure of a sage, dating from 1920. The piece takes the form of a bearded sage wearing flowing robes, holding a double gourd bottle, and lounging beside an extended smooth polished surface that doubles as a wrist rest for a writer or a painter. The wood displays a warm brown colour with a deep rich patina throughout the hand-carved details of the drapery and facial expressions. Measuring 4 cm high, 19.5 cm wide, and 4.5 cm deep, this compact desk accessory suits a traditional gentleman's library or study. Placed on an office desk, it functions both as a decorative display object and a practical support for calligraphy or painting work.

FAQs

A Chinese scholars wrist rest, historically used in writing and painting, is a contoured desk accessory designed to support a calligraphers wrist or arm to prevent smudging ink on silk or paper.

Traditional scholar desk objects were crafted from dense hardwoods such as boxwood and zitan, as well as bamboo, jade, porcelain, and carved lacquer, selected for their texture, durability, and natural grain.

Authentic boxwood carvings exhibit a dense, fine grain, subtle hand-carving marks, and a naturally darkened patina developed over decades of handling rather than applied uniform chemical stains.

A carved wrist rest can be displayed on a modern office desk, arranged within a curated bookcase vignette, or placed on a tray alongside contemporary ceramics to add architectural texture and historical contrast.

Boxwood carvings should be kept away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity changes. Dust gently with a soft microfibre cloth or natural bristle brush, and avoid water or harsh chemical cleaners.
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