Jade Covered Censer in the Form of an Archaic Bronze Tripod with Two Ring Handles and Floral Decor
VesselsChinese19th-20th century

Jade Covered Censer in the Form of an Archaic Bronze Tripod with Two Ring Handles and Floral Decor

late 19th-early 20th century

Classification
Vessels
Medium
Mottled green and white jadeite, the stone of Burmese origin
Culture
Chinese
Period
Qing dynasty, 1644-1911
Century
19th-20th century
Division
Asian and Mediterranean Art
Department
Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 20.6 x W. 18.4 cm (8 1/8 x 7 1/4 in.)

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