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Unknown — A gilt-copper censer and cover, Qing dynasty, 18th century
Unknown

A gilt-copper censer and cover, Qing dynasty, 18th century

A decorative gilt-copper censer with matching cover from the Qing dynasty, dating to the 18th century. This functional artwork represents the sophisticated metalwork and aesthetic refinement of Chinese imperial craftsmanship.

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CHINA / 5000 YEARS

May 12, 2023

Estimate: $1,500$2,500

Lot 240

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Unknown, A gilt-copper censer and cover, Qing dynasty, 18th century

A decorative gilt-copper censer with matching cover from the Qing dynasty, dating to the 18th century. This functional artwork represents the sophisticated metalwork and aesthetic refinement of Chinese imperial craftsmanship.

Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Gold, Historic, Classical, Metalwork, Censer, Qing Dynasty, Decorative, Ornamental, Chinese, Copper-Gilt

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Collected by

Richard Caswell, Sebastián Naranjo, Jonah Handel, Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris, Ethan Elkins, Alex Capecelatro, Mihail Lari, Cleveland Museum of Art