A PARCEL RETICULATED ‘GOURD AND SQUIRREL’ VELVET AMBER BRUSHREST CHINA, QING DYNASTY H: 7,3 cm - L: 13,3 cm Weight: 105,7 grams Note: Grapes combined with squirrels form a popular motif that represent the wish for many children and ceaseless generations of sons and grandsons (Sōngshǔ pútáo - 松鼠葡萄). The gourd is popular as a charm symbol to ward off evil spirits and disease because its first character (hulu - 葫芦) has the same pronunciation as the word to ‘protect’ ‘(hu - 护) and also the word for ‘blessing’ (hu - 祜). “葫芦和松鼠”琥珀笔刷 中国，清代 NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence ofsuch a reference does not imply that an item is freefrom defects or restoration, nor does a referenceto particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.