Asian Art I - 16th May 2017
Lot 11
A CHINESE BRONZE RECTANGULAR 'FIVE DRAGON' INCENSE BURNER AND COVER 17TH CENTURY The reticulated...
Estimate £4,000 - £6,000 | Hammer £4000
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Description
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.