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A CELADON JADE CENSER
MING DYNASTY, LATE 16TH/17TH CENTURY
The censer of square section with undecorated flared sides buffed to a soft polish, set to each side with angular handles, the semi-translucent stone of pale celadon tone with paler inclusions; together with a silver 19th century openwork cover
6 1/4in. (16 cm.) across handles, stand, Japanese box
MING DYNASTY, LATE 16TH/17TH CENTURY
The censer of square section with undecorated flared sides buffed to a soft polish, set to each side with angular handles, the semi-translucent stone of pale celadon tone with paler inclusions; together with a silver 19th century openwork cover
6 1/4in. (16 cm.) across handles, stand, Japanese box