Lot 325 , A Chinese bronze tripod censer, diameter 10cm

A Chinese bronze tripod censer, with a pair of high looped ropetwist handles, on three tapering feet, six character Xuande mark to the base, diameter 10cm
Estimate £200-300

In good condition with some encrustation inside and a minor casting and pitting fault inside, wear to the feet consistent with age, somebody has later scratched the number 140 to the underside in small numbers and there is a slight dent to the outside edge of the rim and some other minor nicks and marks, weight 308 grams.


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Sold for £200