VERY FINE carved Chinese CHENXIANG wood libation cup, of cylindrical body slightly waisted further to trumped shaped rim, with hollow opening and a flat base. Delicately carved of egrets standing beneath a shading pine tree within a landscape.

Dimension: 4-7/8" H x 5-5/8" W

LOT NOTES
Aloeswood, also referred to ChenXiangMu or eaglewood, diffuses a distinctive fragrance and hence it is highly treasured, especially in China, Japan, and Tibet. The wood is typically only found in small segments of usable material, which are traditionally pieced together to make small scholar's articles. Its aromatic qualities renders it valuable in the manufacture of incense.

Excellent

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