{"product_id":"soapstone-brush-holder-carved-grape-motif-scholar-desk-object","title":"Soapstone Brush Holder, Carved Grape Motif Scholar Desk Object","description":"A beautiful vintage Chinese hand-carved soapstone scholar object featuring two cylindrical wells, traditionally used as a brush holder or ink well for calligraphy.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe piece is carved from natural soapstone with striking mineral inclusions and detailed openwork carving. A grapevine and fruit motif flows through the center of the design, symbolizing abundance and prosperity in traditional Chinese decorative art.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPieces like this were commonly found on scholar desks and used for calligraphy tools or simply displayed as decorative objects.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe organic coloration and intricate carving make this a wonderful collectible piece of Asian decorative art.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPerfect for collectors of Asian antiques, scholar objects, desk curiosities, or unique home décor.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n⸻\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nDetails\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n• Vintage carved soapstone\u003cbr\u003e\n• Origin: China\u003cbr\u003e\n• Scholar desk object \/ brush holder\u003cbr\u003e\n• Width: approx. 6 inches\u003cbr\u003e\n• Height: approx. 4 inches\u003cbr\u003e\n• Two wells for brushes or ink\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n⸻\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nGood vintage condition with natural stone inclusions and minor signs of age. No major breaks observed. Please review all photos for details.\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"E.Thompson Estate \u0026 Antiquities ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51842391769384,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/5144\/7336\/files\/il_fullxfull.7849519431_kt18.jpg?v=1779216939","url":"https:\/\/e-thompson-estate-antiquities.myshopify.com\/products\/soapstone-brush-holder-carved-grape-motif-scholar-desk-object","provider":"E.Thompson Estate \u0026 Antiquities ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}