Asian Art Auction, Session 2

June 06, 2011

LOT 321

Lot 321

Bronze Peach-Form Censer and Cover, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th Century

Bronze Peach-Form Censer and Cover, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th Century
Lot 321 Details
Bronze Peach-Form Censer and Cover, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th Century

With leaves and stems forming the tripod feet, the cover of circular form pierced with ‘wan’ design below leaves and buds
length 9.6" — 24.5 cm.

Estimate $4,000-$6,000

Realised: $3,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

Compare with a similar ‘three peach’ censer in Sotheby’s New York, March 20, 2007 lot 573. The similarity of the ‘wan’ pierced cover would suggest that these two censers were likely by the same maker

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 321
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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