十七 / 十八世紀 銅冲天耳三足爐

the compressed globular body with a waisted neck and everted rim set with upright bail handles, supported on three tall tapering legs, the base cast with an apocryphal two-character Xuande seal mark, wood stand and cover with jade finial (3)

Minor nicks around the inner and outer mouth rim, and some slight indentation to the top of the handles. Apart from age-appropriate wear, the censer appears to be in good overall condition. The is a loss to one corner of the wood stand and repairs to the feet. There appears to be a loss to the top of the cover and the finial may be a replacement.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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