1930s Large Pair of Vintage Chinese Bamboo Dry Flower Vases

Description

This is a large pair of vintage dry flower vases. A Chinese, hand-carved bamboo bitong or brush pot, dating to … more This is a large pair of vintage dry flower vases. A Chinese, hand-carved bamboo bitong or brush pot, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930.

Skilfully carved bitong, or decorative brush pots - ideal for dry flower arrangements
Displaying a desirable aged patina, minor splitting to the bamboo
Expertly carved with an abundance of detail, the bamboo presenting light biscuit hues
The scenes depict traders and workers within a bamboo forest
Delightful examples of Chinese craftsmanship during the late Art Deco period
Each offering an opening diameter of 8.5cm (3.25'')

This is a striking pair of large vintage dry flower vases, with superb carving in the bitong tradition. Delivered polished and ready to display.

Dimensions:
Pot 1 Width: 11.5cm (4.5'')
Pot 1 Depth: 11.5cm (4.5'')
Pot 1 Height: 35cm (13.75'')

Pot 2 Width: 11cm (4.25'')
Pot 2 Depth: 11cm (4.25'')
Pot 2 Height: 34cm (13.5'') less