April 13, 2022 10:00 EST
Asian Arts
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A Chinese patinated bronze censer and stand 铜香炉及底座
Xuande mark, 18th century or earlier 宣德款 十八世纪或更早
Of compressed bombe form with loop handles, the base with three stylized scrolled feet; underside of censer with four-character Xuande mark, mottled reddish-brown patina.
Weight: 2852g; 1196g
L(across handles): 10 1/2 in., H(with stand): 5 1/2 in.
PROVENANCE:
Acquired from Gump's, San Francisco by the parents of the present owner, January 8, 1972
Sold for $8,190
Estimated at $4,000 - $6,000
Of compressed bombe form with loop handles, the base with three stylized scrolled feet; underside of censer with four-character Xuande mark, mottled reddish-brown patina.
Weight: 2852g; 1196g
PROVENANCE:
Acquired from Gump's, San Francisco by the parents of the present owner, January 8, 1972
