A CHINESE BRONZE RECTANGULAR 'FIVE DRAGON' INCENSE BURNER AND COVER

17TH CENTURY

The reticulated cover cast in relief with five dragons emerging from scrolling clouds, the flared body with water buffalo heads and small mythical beasts amidst breaking waves, the base with a shaped apron and taotie mask feet, raised on a hardwood stand, the interior cast with two panels of calligraphy, 20.5cm. (3)

Cf. The Luís Esteves Fernandes Collection of Asian Art, 22nd May 2013, lot 163 for a related dragon incense burner sold in these rooms.