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China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Yongzheng reign (1723-1735) / 1723–35

Brush Washer in Shape of a Leaf

The Cleveland Museum of Art catalogs Brush Washer in Shape of a Leaf as ceramic (China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Yongzheng reign (1723-1735) · 1723–35).

WHY IT’S INTERESTING

The potter detailed the edge of this plantain leaf with holes to make it appear as if a worm had snacked on it.

SERENDIPITYA little unexpected

FamiliarWeird

A CLOSER LOOK

The museum identifies this ceramic as porcelain with camellia-leaf green glaze.

The museum's collection notes: The leaf-shaped brush washer came with a carved wooden stand that was made separately. It reflects how the object was previously used, displayed, and appreciated.

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The Cleveland Museum of ArtBrush Washer in Shape of a Leaf

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