Lot 229 , A Chinese blue and white censer, Kangxi period, D. 24.5cm

A Chinese blue and white censer, Kangxi period, of squat baluster form, painted with repeating pheonix medallions and scrolling clouds, ruyi border, double circel mark to base, D. 24.5cm
Estimate £600-800

There are three splinter chips to the outside edge of the rim, the largest 15mm wide, there is a tiny nick to the edge of the biscuit foot, there is some occasional minor scratching and scuffing to the glaze, typical minor imperfections and spotting to the glaze, some wear and scratching to the interior consistent with age and use, otherwise in good condition with no cracks or restoration detected, the censer has a good ring to it as well.


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Sold for £2,000