Qing Dynasty Bronze Tripod Censer with Twisted‑Rope Handles and Boss Motifs, Fitted with Carved Wood Cover and Jade Finial, Original Wood Stand

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Dimensions: Height 18 cm (7.09 inches), Width 11 cm (4.33 inches), Weight 2064 g, 17th-19th century. Condition and Provenance: The bronze body shows signs of age and slight surface oxidation; the seal on the base is clearly legible. The openwork cloud-patterned wooden lid has minor chips along the edge; the jade top ornament is intact; the original wooden base shows slight wear from long-term use. Overall, it is in good condition. From a private collection in San Francisco, California, USA. This piece was acquired in the 1980s by an overseas collector in the Asian antique market and has been passed down through his family since, never publicly traded. Description: This heavy bronze incense burner is an exquisite Qing dynasty scholar's incense burner. Cast from high-quality bronze, the body is full and rounded, with two twisted rope-shaped handles. The outer walls are decorated with circular raised patterns and engraved cloud designs. The piece is supported by three sturdy short legs, and the base is stamped with the mark "Wanzhuzhai". It comes with a hollowed-out rosewood lid, carved with cloud patterns, and topped with a lifelike Hetian jade lingzhi mushroom. It also features a hollowed-out rosewood base, carved with scrolling leaf patterns. The entire piece displays the rich, ancient marks of time. The casting technique is exquisite, the decorative arrangement balanced, and details such as the rope-patterned handle and raised patterns are clearly and sharply depicted. This piece combines bronze casting, wood carving, and jade carving techniques, making it an outstanding representative of Qing dynasty study incense burners, possessing both practical function and extremely high collectible and aesthetic value.

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