Bronze

ANTIQUE CHINESE SCHOLAR'S STUDIO BRONZE CENSER -- ...

A rare and well-preserved example of 19TH CENTURY from Late Qing Dynasty (c. 1880--1910), noted for its craftsmanship, material quality, and historical relevance.

Antique Chinese Scholar's Studio Bronze Censer -- Late Qing Dynasty -- Rare Heavyweight (163g) Miniature with Fine Dateskin Patina\nA Rare Miniature of Exceptional Quality Circa 1890\n\nThis is a definitive ''Scholar's Desk'' (Wenfang) bronze, designed for the private studio of the Chinese literati. Unlike larger, common censers, this palm-sized masterpiece is distinguished by its incredible density and untouched historical surface.\n\nSignificant Weight: Measuring just 6cm, it weighs a massive 163 Grams. This density is the primary hallmark of a high-copper, 19th-century workshop casting.\n\nOriginal ''Dateskin'' Surface: A rich, reddish-gold patina glows beneath a deep chocolate bronze exterior, the result of over a century of natural handling.\n\nDocumented Age: The base features a hand-carved Da Qing Nian Zhi mark, heavily packed with fossilized mineral grit--- showing its 100+ year history.\n\nNatural Verdigris: Recesses are filled with stable, crystalline green mineral deposits ...(not paint), confirming organic atmospheric aging.\n\nCondition: Good, Retains historical carbonization from use.

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Reference

SA1204843

Origin

Late Qing Dynasty (c. 1880--1910)

Period

19TH CENTURY

Dimensions

W 6cm × H 4.5cm

Weight

163 g

Rarity

Rare

Provenance

Provenance Label

Condition

Excellent — see description