Lot 537: Estimate £250-£300
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) polished bronze censer, of bombe form raised on three taotie mask supports and two upright dragon handles, decorated to the exterior with depictions of Hotei and immortal gods, Xuande (1426-1435) six-character mark to base, height 18cm, diameter 26cm.
Condition report
- Extensive patination to the interior of the censer.
- Wear and patination to the exterior.
- Wear and cracks to the interior of the vessel, with noticeable loss to the metal.
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