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An inscribed rootwood wristrest, — An inscribed rootwood wristrest, Qing dynasty 清 木根隨形題字臂擱

An inscribed rootwood wristrest,

An inscribed rootwood wristrest, Qing dynasty 清 木根隨形題字臂擱

A Qing dynasty wristrest carved from rootwood and inscribed with calligraphy, serving as a functional scholar's object. The natural form of the wood is incorporated into the design of this utilitarian piece.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

CHINA / 5000 YEARS

May 25, 2022

Estimate: $35,000 – $50,000

Lot 575

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An inscribed rootwood wristrest,, An inscribed rootwood wristrest, Qing dynasty 清 木根隨形題字臂擱

A Qing dynasty wristrest carved from rootwood and inscribed with calligraphy, serving as a functional scholar's object. The natural form of the wood is incorporated into the design of this utilitarian piece.

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Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Inscription, Wristrest, Chinese Furniture, Decorative Arts, Carved Wood, Qing Dynasty, Scholar's Object, Rootwood