A Chinese burlwood brush pot, 19th or early 20th century, carved according to the natural form of the burlwood with a tight network of swirls on the surface, the rim and base both mounted with hardwood, 15cm high Provenance: Property from a deceased estate 晚清民国 瘿木笔筒 Condition Report: tiny chips to the rim of the burlwood under the rim band wear and scratches to the surface One dented line of 4cm to the body and possibly natural wood flaw