Cleveland Museum of Art

Brush Washer in Shape of a Leaf

Date

1723–35

Medium

porcelain with camellia-leaf green glaze

Culture

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

Department

Chinese Art

Institution

Cleveland Museum of Art

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

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