A PARCEL GILT BRONZE INCENSE BURNER OR CENSER APOCRYPHAL MARK OF EMPEROR XUANDE CHINA It rests on a spread foot and has a compressed globular body flanked by two lion faces’ handles. The base is adorned with two coild four-clawed dragons and centered by an apocryphal mark of Emperor Xuande, a six-character one in kaishu script. H: 7,5 cm - width: 20,5 cm Weight: 1286,6 grams Provenance: - a private collection; - formerly in the Otho Cozart collection, Raleigh, North Carolina, USA (by repute). 鎏金青铜香炉，仿宣德款 中国 NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.