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Incensario monumental de cloisonné esmaltado con tres patas, asas con cabeza de elefante, decoración de roleos florales, estilo chino, 49 cm
Incensario monumental de cloisonné esmaltado con tres patas, asas con cabeza de elefante, decoración de roleos florales, estilo chino, 49 cm
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Elephant heads guard the flanks of this monumental cloisonné censer, which stands on three sturdy legs beneath a soaring finial, its enamel scrollwork glowing in jewel tones. In form it recalls the ancient bronzes of ritual offering; in material it turns that authority into color and light.
The Piece
This monumental cloisonné enamel censer takes the classic tripod form, rising on three robust legs, crowned with a tall finial and flanked by sculptural elephant-head handles. Its surface is covered in jewel-toned floral scrollwork, the dense ornament that makes cloisonné feel less like decoration than a living skin of color.
Tripod censers echo the authority of ritual bronzes, vessels tied to offering and formal display. Cloisonné translates that heritage into enamel: color that holds light, wire lines that read like drawing, and a finish that signals ceremony even in a modern interior. The piece is presented as Chinese style and likely of Chinese origin, offered from Japan.
Details
- Origin: Chinese style, likely Chinese-origin decorative arts; offered from Japan
- Era: Undated; older or vintage
- Material: Cloisonné enamel
- Form: Tripod censer with tall finial and elephant-head handles
- Decoration: Jewel-toned floral scrollwork
- Measurements: Approx. 49 cm H × 19 cm W
- Weight: Approx. 3.5 kg
Condition
- An older or vintage object; please review the photographs for enamel hairlines, edge rubs and oxidation to the metal fittings.
- Enamel is glass-like and should be handled like porcelain with a metal core.
Authenticity & Care
Presented as Chinese style and likely Chinese in origin; period and dynasty claims are provisional in the absence of documentation. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.
Delivery from Japan
Packed by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our published policy.
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