Description
A vintage Chinese decorative incense lantern, featuring an octagonal shape with openwork panels, a stylized dragon motif in yellow and green, and traditional coin symbols incorporated into its design.
This object appears to be a Chinese porcelain incense burner (also known as a censer) or a decorative lamp holder. Specifically, it is a hexagonal, "pierced" or "openwork" piece, characterized by its intricate cut-out designs that allow light or smoke to escape.
This piece is decorated in the famille verte or su sancai style, which typically uses a palette of green, yellow, and aubergine (purple) enamels.
Design: It features "pierced" openings often shaped like ancient Chinese coins (round with a square hole) and is frequently adorned with dragon or floral motifs.
Symbolism: The top often includes a cutout of the "Wan" (wan) character, a symbol of good fortune and longevity.
Origins: Similar pieces have been attributed to the Qing Dynasty (specifically the Kangxi or Qianlong periods), though many modern reproductions also exist.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: I believe there probably was a base where the markings would be found small crack please see pictures.
Overall very good condition but cannot confirm exact date on it.
Origin:
China
Materials & Techniques:
Porcelain
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: China
This object appears to be a Chinese porcelain incense burner (also known as a censer) or a decorative lamp holder. Specifically, it is a hexagonal, "pierced" or "openwork" piece, characterized by its intricate cut-out designs that allow light or smoke to escape.
This piece is decorated in the famille verte or su sancai style, which typically uses a palette of green, yellow, and aubergine (purple) enamels.
Design: It features "pierced" openings often shaped like ancient Chinese coins (round with a square hole) and is frequently adorned with dragon or floral motifs.
Symbolism: The top often includes a cutout of the "Wan" (wan) character, a symbol of good fortune and longevity.
Origins: Similar pieces have been attributed to the Qing Dynasty (specifically the Kangxi or Qianlong periods), though many modern reproductions also exist.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: I believe there probably was a base where the markings would be found small crack please see pictures.
Overall very good condition but cannot confirm exact date on it.
Origin:
China
Materials & Techniques:
Porcelain
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: China
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; I believe there probably was a base where the markings would be found small crack please see pictures.
Overall very good condition but cannot confirm exact date on it.
Overall very good condition but cannot confirm exact date on it.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
6 x 6 x 6 in
17th Century Beautiful Chinese Porcelain Incense Burner - Censer
Estimate $240-$560
Starting Price
$120
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Global Interiors: Rugs, Lighting & Mirrors
Sep 17, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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