Large Chinese Carved Tree Root Handle Calligraphy Brush antique saints These pillars would have graced

These pillars would have graced a grand haveli (mansion)

124-1937 for a similar alms plate

and the center column has two lights

This is a rare late Gothic period blind tracery decoration from a wall panel

The theatre is still standing

Large Chinese Carved Tree Root Handle Calligraphy Brush antique saints These pillars would have gracedDETAILS Chinese calligraphy (Shu Fa) is as old as China; considered one of the highest forms of art and the most revealing of ones self. Hand made in China, replicating antique brushes, the handle is hand crafted a tree root burl wood and the brush is made of natural animal hair fur. It makes an attractive accessory and collectible for display on a table or hanging wall art. DATE Late 20th century DIMENSIONS Width 2 Depth 2 Height 16 inches