Who created "Brush pot with hunting scene"?

Brush pot with hunting scene was created by Zhou Naishi in 17th century.

When was "Brush pot with hunting scene" created?

This artwork was created 17th century.

What medium is "Brush pot with hunting scene"?

Brush pot with hunting scene is Bamboo.

Is "Brush pot with hunting scene" in the public domain?

Yes, Brush pot with hunting scene is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

明末清初　周乃始款竹刻狩獵圖筆筒|Brush pot with hunting scene

Zhou Naishi

17th century

Medium

Bamboo

Dimensions

H. 5 3/4 in. (14.6 cm); Diam. 5 in, (12.7 cm)

Classification

Bamboo

Culture & Period

China · Ming (1368–1644)–Qing (1644–1911) dynasty

Department

Asian Art

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Gift of Florence and Herbert Irving, 2015

Accession Number

2015.500.6.35

Art Historical Context

This exquisite bamboo brush pot, signed by the carver Zhou Naishi and dated to the 17th century, captures the artistic finesse of China's Ming-Qing dynastic transition (late Ming: 1368–1644; early Qing: 164–1911). Standing just 5¾ inches tall with a 5-inch diameter, it served as a practical yet elegant desk accessory for literati scholars, holding brushes during calligraphy and painting sessions. The intricate hunting scene carved into its surface reflects the period's blend of naturalism and scholarly refinement, evoking the thrill of the chase amid lush landscapes. Crafted from bamboo—a hum...

明末清初 周乃始款竹刻狩獵圖筆筒|Brush pot with hunting scene

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明末清初　周乃始款竹刻狩獵圖筆筒|Brush pot with hunting scene