Scholars Objects

Scholars Objects

Consisting of both the functional and fantastical, objects of stone, wood, porcelain and other precious materials were crafted to adorn desks and inspire abstraction while at study.

Made for the “official” (those passing the civil service exam) and “literati” (wealthy) class that ruled Asia for over two millennia.

The scholars enjoyment, of placing a inked brush into a pot of intensely rare wood, carved in painstaking detail, mounted in a perfectly turned rim and base of a highly valuable precious material cannot be understood- until a masterpiece brush pot is handled and viewed with a suitable temperament.

Scholars objects are often a miniature embodiment of the simplicity & abundance found in Asian Works of art, at times embodied in a 4in object.

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  • Christoph Winnie Reply

    Hello,
    I have a couple item that I think are oriental of some kind. I don’t know anything about them or where they are from. I was wandering if you could help me out identifying these two items.
    One item is a “Wasaga” I believe or an umbrella , the other is a short 2 foot bamboo blow dart gun with 6 darts and bamboo case. If I sent you some pictures could you point me in the right direction to find out what they are, where they might be from, age, and maybe what they are worth or in the General ballpark. Any info would be greatly appreciated.
    I am an artist an know that you always look for a signature or symbol, but in this case I am finding neither. They have been In my family for many years an past down. The curiosity is killing me and Im hoping to shed some light on my family’s background.
    Any help would be so much appreciated.
    Thank you for your time and I hope to hear from you soon.
    Christoph Winnie
    metalmorphstudios@yahoo.com

    February 8, 2018 at 7:53 pm
  • Gary Meinert Reply

    I purchased a Chinese Temple Carving almost 50 years ago. As Mao Zedong began burning and destroying Chinese artwork a friend rescued several nice pieces and brought them home to the United States. I was fortunate to purchase one and am interested in it’s value with a plan to sell it. It’s 19″ x 12″ Gold Leafed and is called “The battle of Wisteria”. The carving is unique as it is carved both from the front and back rather than just carving the front of the wood. Therefore one can see through the battle and beauty of this piece. I’m sending a photo of the piece to PKR’s email adddress.

    April 17, 2018 at 4:19 am
  • Marie Boucher Reply

    Where can I get an appraisal for a Chinese Apothecary Chest?

    July 2, 2018 at 9:39 pm
  • terry d yeary Reply

    I have a bronze bell, 8 1/2″ high, several hundred years old, in excellent condition. No cracks. Would like any information about it that you have.

    January 8, 2020 at 6:58 pm

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