China, late 19th century to early 20th century. The brush washer of peach form and carved with a bat and a foliate branch to the sides, the gilt-bronze mounting of European origin, with an amethyst finial carved as two Buddhist lions.
Condition: Very good condition with minor wear, the rose quartz with natural fissures, some of which may have developed into small cracks over time, few miniscule chips to the stone as well. Provenance: Italian private collection.