Lot 336 , A Chinese bronze baluster shaped censer, Gui, Qing dynasty, width 14cm

A Chinese bronze baluster shaped censer, Gui, Qing dynasty, with a pair of fish shaped handles, Xuande cast mark to the base, width 14cm
Estimate £300-400

Some heavy encrustation to the exterior and one side has some quite heavy pitting to the surface, one of the handles is loose on the top fitting where it goes into a circular hole but this could easily be stuck or glued in position, there is also a dent to the side of the body which can be felt on the inside of the censer, other occasional minor nicks and wear, there is also a manufacturing split to the foot, otherwise in reasonable condition.
Weight 508 grams.


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