$2,829
Gilt-bronze Tripod Censer and Cover, China, late Qing dynasty, compressed globular form with beast masks with rings (now missing) alternating with two bird-and-flower designs in relief, all in four lobed lozenge-shape panels against a chased gilt ground with floral and foliate scrolls, the cover reticulated with peony design, surmounted with shishi knob, ht. 5 1/4 in. Provenance: Purchased in China in the 1930s, then by descent to the present owner. Estimate $500-700 extensive gilt loss, particularly to cover top, minor surface dirt, some cleaning material residues. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2019-03-22
