An amber ‘Lotus’ brushwasher, 17th-18th century

An amber ‘Lotus’ brushwasher, 17th-18th century. Photo Sotheby's

naturalistically modelled in the form of a curled leaf, borne on bundled stems issuing large lotus blooms and buds to the sides, the amber of an attractive translucent orange tone, the ivory stand carved with a pair of chilong and further lotus leaves and pods. Quantité: 2 - 9.5cm., 3 ¾ in. Estimation 20,000 — 30,000 GBP

Sotheby's. Fine Chinese Ceramics & Works of Art. London, 14 mai 2014 - http://www.sothebys.com/