A bronze archaistic tripod censer


Qing dynastyCast with loop handles on the rim and vertical flanges between the taotie masks on a leiwen ground encircling the curving exterior walls raised on three hollow tubular legs (cracks to base and legs); with a fitted wood stand and openwork wood cover topped with a blue glass and metal finial from a Manchu official's hat (age cracks, shrinkage). 8in (20.3cm) height of bronze censer11 1/2in (29.2cm) height overall