A bronze tripod censer
late Qing dynasty
Estimate $2,000 – $3,000
of squat bombe form, supported on three baluster legs and set on the shoulders with two upright handles rising above the broad everted mouth, the base impressed with a four character mark in a square cartouche reading Yongshi Zhibao (precious treasure for generations)
19.5 cm diameter
- Lot Sold $2,000 (Hammer Price)
- $2,440 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
Condition Report
A small nick towards the base of one handle approx 0.4 cm. The interior with some dark encrustation. Otherwise generally good condition.
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Alison AlfordConsultant Arts & DesignSydney T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Alison Alford |
Brett BallardSpecialist Australian & International ArtSydney T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Brett Ballard |
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Fiona HaywardSenior Specialist Australian & International Art |
Anthony HurlConsultant Arts & DesignAdelaide T: +61 (0)8 7225 7836 E: Anthony Hurl |
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Ann RobertsConsultant, Asian Art Arts & DesignMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Ann Roberts |
Geoffrey SmithChairman Australian & International Art |