Ancient Chinese - Incense burner - Bronze lion - Luduan...

INCENSE BURNER - END OF THE MING PERIOD Bronze incense burner in the shape of a lion. End of the Ming Dynasty, beginning of the Kangxi period (1621 to 1722 AD). This incense burner depicts a Luduan with a separated head, a legendary Chinese auspicious creature with the head of a lion, the horn of a rhinoceros, the body of a dragon, the paws of a bear, and the tail of an ox. The Luduan wears a necklace with a gourd, and its body is adorned with scrolls and Ruyi motifs on the sides. Height 18.7 cm - Length 13.4 cm Very good condition, signs of wear, broken hinge Provenance: Germany, H.T.A. Gallery The seller of this lot hereby warrants that this object has been obtained legally. The seller warrants that he/she can ship this object(s). The seller will arrange the necessary permits. The seller will inform the buyer if this takes more than a few days. The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally; provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information: The seller warrants that he is authorized to sell/export this lot. The seller will ensure that the necessary authorisations, such as an export licence, are organised. (Cultural Property Passport) The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days. All items from the seller are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document detailing provenance.

Estimate:£1,104.25

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