Lot 513 , A Chinese bronze gui censer, 19th century, 19cm

A Chinese bronze gui censer, 19th century, of squat baluster form, with a pair of lion-dog mask handles, the base with Xuande mark encircled by two dragons, 19cm
Estimate £300-500

Weight 1.55kg.
19cm across from handle to handle
Rim is 14.5cm diameter
Inner rim is 13cm diameter
Height 8.3cm
There are general minor typical casting imperfections, the censer has been polished, a few minor nicks to the edge, a few minor knocks here and there, the mark underneath has been polished and is slightly worn, otherwise good.


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Sold for £280