10-12-201310-12-2013
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2678BBoston
October 12, 2013 11:00 AMCalender
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Cloisonne Censer with Two Handles

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$2,640$2,200
Auction: Asian Works Of Art - 2678BLocation: BostonDate / Time: October 12, 2013 11:00AM

Description:

Cloisonne Censer with Two Handles, China, 19th/20th century, bulbous-shape rounded to make an waisted upper portion, resting on a high waisted foot, decorated in three sections with lotus scrolls combined with geometric patterns, the handle embellished with a metalwork dragon head, square four-character Qianlong mark to base, ht. 6 3/4, wd. 12 3/4 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,000

loss of enamels; normal wear and tear; minor metal corrosion.


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Keywords

China, metalwork dragon head, minor metal corrosion