Lot 215 , A Chinese bronze censer, two character Xuande seal mark, 18th century, 10.4cm high, 12.1cm diameter, small dents

A Chinese bronze censer, two character Xuande seal mark, 18th century, 10.4cm high, 12.1cm diameter, small dents

A Chinese bronze censer, two character Xuande seal mark, 18th century, of ribbed cylindrical form, cast archaistic mark to base, 10.4cm high, 12.1cm diameter, small dents
£500-700

Condition:
Provenance - in the owner’s collection prior to 1980. Later polished. The rim has a 3 mm x 2mm dent to it and the rib below has a similar size dent or casting imperfection. There are a few shallow dents and nicks to the inside edge of the foot. There are other minor necks and casting imperfections, wear to base consistent with age and use. 1.95kg.

Sold for £3,800