Qianlong Period, Qing Dynasty (1736–1795) White-Ground Green-Decorated Openwork Lotus Scroll Three-Legged Censer with Kui Dragon Handles

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Dimensions: Height 22 cm (8.7 in.), Width 19 cm (7.5 in.), 18th Century，Condition & Provenance: The censer is in good condition with the original cover, handles, and three feet preserved. The surface retains its glossy glaze, natural crazing, and subtle signs of age and use. Provenance: Private Collection, New York, USA.Description: This Qianlong period white-ground green-decorated three-legged censer is crafted in the form of an archaic bronze ritual vessel, presenting a sophisticated and elegant silhouette. The domed cover features finely carved openwork lotus scroll decoration, allowing incense smoke to diffuse gracefully, topped with a floral jewel finial. A geometric key-fret border encircles the cover edge, adding a refined decorative structure.The body is fitted with a pair of openwork Kui dragon handles, each rendered with elegant curves and delicate pierced details. The shoulder is decorated with raised auspicious cloud motifs, creating a layered and refined surface design. The vessel is covered with a luminous white glaze accented by scattered green enamel spots, producing a soft dotted effect with varying shades of emerald tones. The glaze surface displays fine natural crazing characteristic of refined Qing dynasty ceramics.The censer stands on three curved mythical beast-form feet, each carefully modeled with powerful yet graceful details. The base bears an impressed six-character seal mark reading “Da Qing Qianlong Nian Zhi.”Combining openwork carving, molded decoration, relief sculpture, and enamel painting techniques, this exceptional Qing imperial-style incense burner showcases the harmony of white porcelain and emerald green decoration. It represents the refined craftsmanship and elegant taste of Qianlong period palace furnishings.

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