Dimensions: 7-7/8" H x 7-1/2" W

Bronze forged Tripod censer decorated in cloisonne chinoiserie. Large bulbous body with S-shaped handles, domed gilt lid, and ornate lion effigy finial. Tripod footings protrude from the bottom of the censer mating to corresponding grooves located on the hardwood stand. Large floral blooms interconnected by scrolling vines ensconce the entire outer surface. The legs and handles are adorned with a vibrant floral and vine assemblage as well. Very sturdy construction with bright imagery laid upon a turquoise background. Cloisonne is enameled metal on which the colors of the design are separated by thin metallic strings. The cells are filled with crushed enamel after which the object is heated until the enamels liquify into the cells. The whole piece is then sanded and polished into a uniform surface. Beautiful Chinese censers that allure the eye, displaying an amazing level of craftsmanship.Mark on base, protruding four script -KaiShu- characters enclosed within square frame border; Made in The Years of QianLong Reign Period.

Over all in EXCELLENT condition. Traced numerous tiny-holes of corrosions on enamel filling, No missing wires found on cloisonne works. With normal anomalies in nature, sign of stressed surface, minor scratch & dents, and trace of declined on gilt; Normal, consider ages and wear. EDEN Fine Antiques Galleries provides condition reports as a courtesy to our clients and assumes no liability for any error or omission. Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, and is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Descriptions are our opinions and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, mater. The bidder assumes responsibility for ensuring that the condition of the item(s) meets with their satisfaction prior to bidding. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging.