Waddington's

Asian Auction, Session 1

December 03, 2012

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LOT 322

Lot 322

Bronze Censer and Cover, 16th/17th Century

Bronze Censer and Cover, 16th/17th Century
Lot 322 Details
Bronze Censer and Cover, 16th/17th Century

Heavily cast, the body of rounded rectangular-form and decorated with stylized taotie masks against a Greek key-fret pattern, a pair of curving handles resting on either side of the shoulder, the pierced lid with a fu-dog as the finial, the whole raised of four paw-form feet with monster head masks
14.4" x 11" x 6.3" — 36.5 x 28 x 16 cm.

Estimate $3,000-$4,000

Realised: $3,360
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

CONDITION DETAILS

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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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