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Chinese Bitong: Brush Pot with Traditional Chinese Design

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The object depicted is a traditional Chinese Bitong brush pot, typically fashioned from lacquered wood or resin and adorned with intricate carvings. The distinctive red cinnabar color symbolizes good fortune and happiness in Chinese culture. These brush pots are traditionally utilized for storing calligraphy brushes and other writing implements. Additional Details Artist/Creator/Factory: unknown Dimensions: Height … Read more

Dutch Wedding Shoes “Klompen” Size 5

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Here, we have traditional Dutch wooden shoes, known as clogs or “Klompen” in Dutch. They are intricately carved and have cultural significance in the Netherlands. While not typically used as wedding shoes in modern times, they may be included in traditional or themed weddings for their cultural symbolism. My wife finds them comfortable to wear. … Read more

Chinese Snuff Bottle

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Sometimes, I pick up things that interest me without knowing what I hold. While researching, I had to search for this tiny object on my desk again. Here, we have an antique snuff bottle from China made of porcelain with an enamel finish. It dates back to the 19th century and measures 4.5 cm in … Read more

Wooden Horse, India

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This type of wooden horse is often intricately carved and decorated, reflecting the rich tradition of Indian craftsmanship. The horse features detailed embellishments, including metallic accents and what appears to be inlaid materials, potentially mother-of-pearl or another decorative element, on its saddle. Such wooden sculptures are famous in Indian art and are often used for … Read more