California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 July 8, 2018  July 8, 2018

 Lot # 5491 
A CARVED BAMBOO 'EIGHT IMMORTALS' BRUSHPOT    竹雕八仙人物筆筒


  • Dimension: Height: 5 3/4 in (14.6 cm) Diameter: 4 3/4 in (12.1 cm)
  • Estimate From: $1200
  • Estimate To: $1600

Of cylindrical form resting on three short feet, carved in vary relief with a continuous scene of the Eight Immortals crossing the sea and arriving on the land, all highly detailed with facial features and wearing elaborate robes, incised with pine trees on jagged cliffs and rocky promontories. The bamboo of a warm golden-brown patina.