Brush Washer

Minneapolis Institute of Art

Brush Washer

China

Date
18th century
Medium
Jade
Department
Asian Art
Institution
Minneapolis Institute of Art

This brush washer has the form of a hollowed lotus flower surrounded by lotus cupules and half-opened lotus blossoms; incising adds detail to the outer surfaces of the lotus petals. The rim of the vessel is irregularly shaped. The carving of the vessel is simple and rough. China, Asia

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