32 - China – Blue-and-white porcelain brush pot (Bitong) – Presumed 19th century

China – Blue-and-white porcelain brush pot (Bitong) – Presumed 19th century A beautiful cylindrical Chinese porcelain brush pot with underglaze blue decoration on a white background. The side is adorned with a traditional Chinese landscape depicting mountains, pavilions, trees, and figures walking along the banks of a river, enlivened by small boats. The decoration, executed in various shades of cobalt blue, features a particularly elegant continuous composition characteristic of Chinese scholar’s porcelain. Flat, unmarked base and circular opening. Condition: Appears to be in good overall condition, with slight signs of wear and minor soiling due to age. Dimensions and weight: H. 15.5 × Ø 15 cm – 1.400 kg.