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  • 5. Hongmu Brush

    5. Hongmu Brush

    Qing dynasty, 19th century
    Max. length: 18.0cm

    The handle of this painting or calligraphy brush is inscribed with its size and the name of a famous ink maker, Hu Kaiwen, also known as Hu Tianzhu, who was one of the famous four Huizhou ‘Ink Masters’ of the Qing dynasty (1644 - 1911). His business grew to be one of the largest and most celebrated ink-stick making businesses during that period, and also produced brushes. The Hu Kaiwen ink-stick factory remains open and in production today.
     
    • 5. Hongmu Brush
    • 5. Hongmu Brush

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