Description: On offer is an exceptional antique Chinese bronze lantern / censer with rich deep patina.Octagonal scalloped pagoda top with ball finial topped with a looped archaic dragon handle.The underside of the top has eight shaped pierced panels with cloud band design.The body of the lantern has eight vertical panels with low relief and pierced decoration of the eight immortals on engraved cloud bands.Two of the panels form a door, hinged at the top with a cloud swivel catch.An eight footed lotus forms the base with kylin masksStamped beneath the base is a maker's calligraphic seal mark.Gallery appraised in 1981 to be early 19th Century ~ Qing Dynasty ~ Circa 1800-1810 ~ $975.00 shown in last image.Approx.16 inches in height, 8 inches diameter.The lantern has been previously utilized as a large candle holder / burner.Weight of this beautiful lantern is 8 1/2 pounds. Please read and understand the full description and ask any questions prior to bidding using the eBay message system.Photos are part of the description.
Price: 898 USD
Location: Tacoma, Washington
End Time: 2024-08-24T23:48:57.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Primary Material: Bronze
Color: Black
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Region of Origin: China
Age: 1800-1849
