A LARGE BRONZE CENSER IN THE SHAPE OF A TREASURE SHIP
Japan, 19th century
The bronze censer is modeled after the legendary takarabune, with the ship’s body rising from ocean waves, laden with treasure and lucky objects. The underside with a Chinese Xuande reign mark.
LENGTH 47 cm
WEIGHT 8,890 g
Condition: Good condition with old repairs and some minor wear and a crack on the backside of the ship.
Provenance: German private collection.
Lot details
Japan, 19th century
The bronze censer is modeled after the legendary takarabune, with the ship’s body rising from ocean waves, laden with treasure and lucky objects. The underside with a Chinese Xuande reign mark.
LENGTH 47 cm
WEIGHT 8,890 g
Condition: Good condition with old repairs and some minor wear and a crack on the backside of the ship.
Provenance: German private collection.
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Japan, 19th century
The bronze censer is modeled after the legendary takarabune, with the ship’s body rising from ocean waves, laden with treasure and lucky objects. The underside with a Chinese Xuande reign mark.
LENGTH 47 cm
WEIGHT 8,890 g
Condition: Good condition with old repairs and some minor wear and a crack on the backside of the ship.
Provenance: German private collection.
Lot details
Japan, 19th century
The bronze censer is modeled after the legendary takarabune, with the ship’s body rising from ocean waves, laden with treasure and lucky objects. The underside with a Chinese Xuande reign mark.
LENGTH 47 cm
WEIGHT 8,890 g
Condition: Good condition with old repairs and some minor wear and a crack on the backside of the ship.
Provenance: German private collection.
