Asian Art Auction

June 13, 2016

LOT 68

Lot 68

A Rare and Massive Gilt Bronze Tripod Censer and Cover, 18th Century

A Rare and Massive Gilt Bronze Tripod Censer and Cover, 18th Century
Lot 68 Details
A Rare and Massive Gilt Bronze Tripod Censer and Cover, 18th Century

清18世紀 螭龍耳瑞獸三足鼎式爐

Finely carved, with lions at the feet, ears and mounted as a finial, with a scrolling lotus openwork cover, and a repeating lotus petal band beneath the neck
height 30.5" — 77.5 cm.

Estimate $6,000-$8,000

Realised: $4,560
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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A Rare and Massive Gilt Bronze Tripod Censer and Cover, 18th Century
  • A Rare and Massive Gilt Bronze Tripod Censer and Cover, 18th Century
  • A Rare and Massive Gilt Bronze Tripod Censer and Cover, 18th Century
  • A Rare and Massive Gilt Bronze Tripod Censer and Cover, 18th Century
  • A Rare and Massive Gilt Bronze Tripod Censer and Cover, 18th Century
Provenance:

From the Estate of Mr. Jaager, acquired in the Netherlands during an art fair in the 1970s

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 68
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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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