11th Jul, 2025 9:30 GMT/BST
A Matched Pair of Chinese Bronze Tripod Censers, Xuande reign marks but not of the period, of squat ovoid form with pierced lug handles, bear six-character seal marks
16cm diameter
Sold for £220
Estimated at £150 - £250
No cracks or repairs. Some general wear and surface pitting to the metal.
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Auction: Asian Art, 11th Jul, 2025
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