A large Ding tripod censer with wooden base and lid with jade 'toad' finial

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A large Ding tripod censer with wooden base and lid with jade 'toad' finial

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PeriodLate Ming/ Early Qing, 17/18th century, ChinaDescriptionThe bronze censer on three slightly tapering legs, the widest section decorated in relief with archaic motifs and two upright loop handles. Standing on a custom wooden base (ill-fitting) and with a wooden lid surmounted by a carved jade finial in the form of a toad. Not marked.DimensionsTotal height: 37.5 cm, W 21 cm, Weight: ca. 4500 kilogramsLiteratureProvenance: Collection of Peter Boode (1887-1972), by descent to the current owner.Condition ReportThe censer does not quite sit well on the wooden stand (one foot does not fit completely into the stand) but apart from that this piece is in fine condition.