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EARLY 20TH CENTURY
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AN IVORY ARCHAISTIC CENSER AND COVER
EARLY 20TH CENTURY
The globular body supported on four tall elaborate C-scroll legs connecting to mythical beast loop-handles, the body carved with taotie masks, the pierced cover with beast flanges and a deer finial, with a Qianlong six-character mark below the mouth rim
8 3/8 in. (21.3 cm.) high, carved wood stand
EARLY 20TH CENTURY
The globular body supported on four tall elaborate C-scroll legs connecting to mythical beast loop-handles, the body carved with taotie masks, the pierced cover with beast flanges and a deer finial, with a Qianlong six-character mark below the mouth rim
8 3/8 in. (21.3 cm.) high, carved wood stand
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium, which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.
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