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Thu, May 19, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 47

Large Japanese Ceramic Lidded Censer and Stand

Estimate: $400 - $600

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

19th century, earthenware censer with enamel and gilt decoration, lidded spherical form with flared lip, molded foo dog side handles and lid finial, on three paw feet, inscription and/or signature on base, 18 x 16 in.; with fitted carved wood stand, height on stand 21-3/4 in.

Provenance: Charles M. Blackmon Collection, South Carolina; Property from a Southern Institution

Condition

surface dirt and accretion, some rubbing and loss to gilt and enamel decoration, glaze crackle throughout, small chip and restoration to rim exterior; stand with surface dirt, scattered scratches, bumps, and abrasions

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