Chinese Bronze Taotie Mask Incense Burner Censer, Qing Dynasty
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:15886 | Region of Origin: Chinese |
| Original/Repro: Antique Original | Product: Incense Burner |
| Chinese Dynasty: Qing (1644-1911) | Primary Material: Bronze |
Chinese Bronze Taotie Mask Incense Burner Censer, Qing (17thC) dynasty
Bronze censer of archaistic ding form, the slightly tapered cylindrical body supported on three tapered cylindrical legs, the galleried rim surmounted by a pair of arched handles, the exterior cast with four taotie masks interrupted by four vertical raised flanges, all against a leiwen ground, the legs with archaistic pendent cicada leaves. A pair of similar miniature incense burners of ding form, ...dated to the 17th Century and almost certainly from the same workshop, is illustrated by Gerard Hawthorn, Miniature Works of Art, November 2005, cat. no. 11, showing their six-character mark reading jinjia zhixin tingzuo ('Made for the Jin Family, by Xinting’).
Dimensions
(W)7 x (H)10.75cm
Condition
The condition is fine, consistent with the estimated age and the material used.
Additional informationA near identical piece was offered in Sotherbys, Later Chinese Bronzes from the collection of Ulrich Hausmann, Oct 2014, lot 3336 (see attached image). Shipping information - 国际买家欢迎
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Queries
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PayPal is the preferred method of payment and delivery will be made to the PayPal registered address. If payment is not received within five-days, a non-payment case will automatically be opened against the seller via eBay. Many of the items on offer are of considerable age. Inherently, these items will have some minor or light wear. Any major flaws and damages (i.e. chips or cracks) will be clearly disclosed within item descriptions and images. Pieces are photographed under studio lighting and conditions. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via the messaging interface. Returns are not accepted on the basis of condition issues clearly referenced in the description and images. In the event that an item arrives not as described or damaged, notification must be received within 24-hours of signature confirmation with a clear photograph showing the discrepancy or damage. Photographic stands and aids are not included in sale, unless stated otherwise. The item must be returned in instances where authenticity or misrepresentation is called into question, usually supported by a member of an accredited organisation. The buyer is responsible for return shipping and insurance cost. All returned items must be received in their original condition.
Bronze censer of archaistic ding form, the slightly tapered cylindrical body supported on three tapered cylindrical legs, the galleried rim surmounted by a pair of arched handles, the exterior cast with four taotie masks interrupted by four vertical raised flanges, all against a leiwen ground, the legs with archaistic pendent cicada leaves. A pair of similar miniature incense burners of ding form, ...dated to the 17th Century and almost certainly from the same workshop, is illustrated by Gerard Hawthorn, Miniature Works of Art, November 2005, cat. no. 11, showing their six-character mark reading jinjia zhixin tingzuo ('Made for the Jin Family, by Xinting’).
Dimensions
(W)7 x (H)10.75cm
Condition
The condition is fine, consistent with the estimated age and the material used.
Additional informationA near identical piece was offered in Sotherbys, Later Chinese Bronzes from the collection of Ulrich Hausmann, Oct 2014, lot 3336 (see attached image). Shipping information - 国际买家欢迎
Most items will be sent via Royal Mail / Parcel Force Worldwide Track and Trace services, although alternative couriers may be used as deemed necessary. Items are typically dispatched within three business days of receiving cleared payment. Items are only shipped to an eBay registered address, please update your shipping address information if necessary. Combined shipping is applicable, charging the buyer the highest postage cost and subtracting 25% from each additional item.
Queries
We are pleased to answer any questions that you may have regarding offered items. This includes requests for additional photos. Please reach out to us via eBay’s messaging interface. Terms of sale
PayPal is the preferred method of payment and delivery will be made to the PayPal registered address. If payment is not received within five-days, a non-payment case will automatically be opened against the seller via eBay. Many of the items on offer are of considerable age. Inherently, these items will have some minor or light wear. Any major flaws and damages (i.e. chips or cracks) will be clearly disclosed within item descriptions and images. Pieces are photographed under studio lighting and conditions. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via the messaging interface. Returns are not accepted on the basis of condition issues clearly referenced in the description and images. In the event that an item arrives not as described or damaged, notification must be received within 24-hours of signature confirmation with a clear photograph showing the discrepancy or damage. Photographic stands and aids are not included in sale, unless stated otherwise. The item must be returned in instances where authenticity or misrepresentation is called into question, usually supported by a member of an accredited organisation. The buyer is responsible for return shipping and insurance cost. All returned items must be received in their original condition.
