Qing Dynasty (1644–1911), oxidized bronze, three-part form censor, the single-horned beast has a round body with raised flame decoration, an open mouth, and a fanned tail, positioned on four stout legs with four claw on ball feet, a four character mark to the underside that is undecipherable due to wear.


19 x 12 x 17 in.

From a Private Collection, Washington, D.C.

Oxidation and degradation from outdoor exposure, separation at tail, missing original hinge to lid, minor losses to mane, some minor arrant material scattered to surface.

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