Large censer

LARGE CENSER.

Origin: China.
Dynasty: Qing dynasty (1644-1912).
Technique: Copper bronze with dark patina and silver wire inlay in the style of Shisou. Rings and lion eyes gilt.
Description: The hemispherical cauldron is composed of four parts and shows traces of three feet, which
are missing today. The separate rim is placed on top and probably had a higher lid in
openwork added. The cauldron is decorated with alternating the character for Double Luck
(xi) and shou medallions, and also with lion masks with rings as handles. The rim with
elegant lotus vines and leiwen borders on the angular lip.
Measurement: Height 47cm, ⌀ bowl 72cm, ⌀ lip 100cm.
Condition B. Partly old repairs.
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