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A WHITE JADE ARCHAISTIC
CENSER
QIANLONG INCISED FOUR-CHARACTER
MARK AND OF THE PERIOD (1736-1795)
The censer is carved to the sides with a band of archaistic motifs in
low relief, between a pair of stylised phoenix-head handles.
The stone is of an exceptionally pale tone, with a few areas of
minor streaked inclusions.
8æ in. (22.3 cm.) wide
HK$300,000-500,000 US$39,000-65,000
PROVENANCE
Bluett & Sons, London (according to label)
Acquired in London in the 1960s & 70s
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detail
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