Chinese Gilt Bronze Fish Censer

拍品描述

Chinese Gilt Bronze Fish Censer L. 21 cm. W. 7.5 cm. H. 12.5 cm. Weight 1060 grams. This whimsical Chinese gilt bronze fish-form censer features a scaled body chased with intricate fish-scale patterns, a dorsal fin forming the lid handle, and three stylized paw feet for stability—an auspicious motif symbolizing abundance in Chinese culture. The gilt surface retains a warm golden luster with patches of verdigris, accentuating the relief carving and metal’s aged texture. Measuring 21 cm long, 7.5 cm wide, 12.5 cm high, and weighing 1060 grams, the piece exemplifies masterful Chinese gilt bronze craftsmanship, merging symbolic fish iconography with functional censer design.

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