California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 Sep. 14, 2013  Sep. 14, 2013

 Lot # 158 
A CARVED WHITE JADE 'LOTUS' CENSER WITH COVER    清 白玉纏枝紋活耳蓋爐


  • Dimension: H: 9 7/8 in (25 cm) W: 9 1/2 in (24 cm)
  • Estimate From: $15000
  • Estimate To: $18000

Of globular form, the body tapers down to a waisted ring, with a splayed foot, the body relief carved with stylized chrysanthemum flower and vine patterns, a pair of leaf shaped handles with hanging looped rings on the side of rim, the lid with a round chrysanthemum flower finial on top; the stone of white translucent color and a hint of black within. Qing Dynasty period.