
Description
Dimensions:L. 23 cm. W. 23 cm. H. 21 cm. Weight 570 grams.
A Chinese tripod ding censer crafted in lacquer, featuring a deep reddish-brown base adorned with vivid red and gold painted scenes of dancing figures, archers, and flying cranes—embodying the lively aesthetic of ancient Chinese ritual art. The vessel has two upright handles, a domed lid with a central knob, and three elegantly curved legs decorated with scroll patterns. The glossy lacquer finish preserves the vividness of the decorative motifs, reflecting the sophisticated lacquerware techniques of the period. Measuring 23 cm in length and width, 21 cm in height, and weighing 570 grams, this piece exemplifies the ceremonial elegance and artistic refinement of Chinese lacquer ritual vessels.
A Chinese tripod ding censer crafted in lacquer, featuring a deep reddish-brown base adorned with vivid red and gold painted scenes of dancing figures, archers, and flying cranes—embodying the lively aesthetic of ancient Chinese ritual art. The vessel has two upright handles, a domed lid with a central knob, and three elegantly curved legs decorated with scroll patterns. The glossy lacquer finish preserves the vividness of the decorative motifs, reflecting the sophisticated lacquerware techniques of the period. Measuring 23 cm in length and width, 21 cm in height, and weighing 570 grams, this piece exemplifies the ceremonial elegance and artistic refinement of Chinese lacquer ritual vessels.
Condition
Over all in EXCELLENT Condition.
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Wilmington Gallery 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.
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A CHINESE LACQUER TRIPOD DING CENSER
Estimate $800-$2,000
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Day-2 2026 CHINESE ANTIQUES & DECORATIONS
May 15, 2026 9:00 AM EDTNewark, DE, United States
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