Scholar Stones

Celadon Jade Brush Washer

Period

Qing dynasty, 18th–19th century

Origin

China

Dimensions

Diameter 11.5 cm

A low circular washer of pale celadon nephrite, the rim faintly worked with lotus petals. The stone is even, with a single cloudy inclusion like a breath on glass. A desk object in the strict sense — for rinsing the brush, and for the pleasure of holding it.