Catalog: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Scholar Art (19)

A rare bronze (copper tin alloy) incense tool holder, very finely cast in archaised Song Dynasty style. The square form neck is decorated alternately with Lingzhi fungus and stylized Acanthus leaves. Both are traditionally associated with resilience, good health and long life.

This item was made for the Chinese Scholar's Table in the 17th Century in the "Transitional Period" during the late Ming or early Qing Dynasties.

Condition: minor bumps and excellent old patination. No repairs and no losses.

16 cm / 6.3 inches high.

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17世纪 仿宋代风格铜香箸瓶

方口，瓶颈饰以灵芝和唐草纹，寓意平安如意，福寿长久。做于明末清初17世纪过渡期。

品相：有轻微磕碰形成的凹痕，包浆厚重。无修补，无缺失。高16厘米。

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