Song‑Yuan Dynasty Longquan Kiln Sky‑Celadon Floral‑Lobed Tripod Censer,13th‑14th Century

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Measurements:Mouth diameter 9.5 centimeters /3.74 inches,Height 7 centimeters /2.76 inches,produced 13th‑14th CenturyCondition & Provenance:The censer is fully intact without cracks,chips or restorations.Thin‑glazed areas on rim,raised lobe ribs and three tripod feet tips show exposed clay with natural yellow‑brown age patina accumulated through centuries of use.Two original incense vent holes remain preserved inside the chamber.This piece originates from a Hong Kong private ancient‑ceramic collection.It was acquired by a private antique collector based in Philadelphia,Pennsylvania in 2010 and kept in stable temperature‑controlled dark storage.Object Description:This is an elegant scholar‑studio incense burner from Song‑Yuan Longquan kiln.The opening features undulating floral scalloped rim.The vessel body is decorated with vertical raised lobe ribs creating three‑dimensional faceted contours,resting upon three sharp pointed tripod feet for stable support.The interior and exterior are fully covered with soft lustrous sky‑celadon glaze with smooth rich texture and harmonious muted tone.Rim,raised lobe edges and foot tips carry thin glaze layers,surface wear exposes underlying clay covered by natural aged brown patina.Two functional incense vent holes can be seen inside the cavity,authentic manufacturing feature for burning incense.The unglazed foot tips display classic Longquan firing rust‑red discoloration.Longquan celadon was hugely favored by Chinese literati during Song and Yuan.Surviving floral‑lobed tripod censers are fairly uncommon.This specimen features lively sculpted shape,refined celadon glaze and untouched original wear traces.It delivers great practical incense‑burning function,charming desk‑top display quality and solid antique collecting value.

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