十七 / 十八世紀 銅靈芝耳象首三足爐

of deep flaring form, supported on three elephant-head feet, the sides cast with opposing pierced angular handles surmounted by lingzhi heads, the base incised with a lingzhi sprig mark

Minor nicks around the mouth and base. The surface with signs of wear consistent with age and use. Overall in good condition.
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A 17th century censer of similar form with similarly pierced handles was sold at Christie's London, 13th May 2008, lot 166.