Brush washer agate

BRUSH WASHER, agate, China, supported by a Buddhist lion, 19/20th century, length c. 10 cm
PROVENANCE: From the collection of the Swedish Sea Pilot and Businessman Carl Lindgren (1843-1871). He came to Taku close to Tianjin in 1863, at that time China´s most important port north of Shanghai. Due to health problems Carl Lindgren left China in November 1870 and died in London during the spring 1871. His father went to England and collected his possessions. Among them were several beautiful and interesting jade objects. The collection has been in the same family ever since.
PENSELTVÄTT, agat, Kina, 18/1900-tal, dekor med tempellejon, längd ca 10 cm
PROVENIENS:Lotsen och affärsmannen Carl Lindgren (1843-1871)

Displayed at Nybrogatan 32 Stockholm 24th-30th of November.
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