A Chinese Early Blanc de Chine Porcelain Censer

Late Ming dynasty or early Qing dynasty, 17th century, porcelain bronze form censer from the Dehua kilns in Fujian Province, the body is flanked with two lion mask faux handles, presented together with a later carved wood cover.

2 1/8 x 4 5/8 x 6 in., with cover 3 3/8 in.

From the collection of Thomas English Cody (1889-1948), the great nephew of Buffalo Bill Cody, and by family descent.

Very good estate condition; kiln grit to underside.