A large early Ming Dynasty Longquan celadon tripod censer, of stoutly potted circular form supported on three feline-mask feet. The round sides molded with the bagua (Eight Trigrams) between a border of freely incised combed floral scrollwork encircling the base and rim. The censer is applied overall with a thick olive-green glaze except for the unglazed center of the sunken base and interior which are burnt red in the firing. Displayed on a carved rosewood stand carved with lotus petal shapes and jade foo dog handled rosewood cover.
早明 Early Ming Dynasty
Height: 4 1/8" (10.5cm), 10 1/4" (26cm) on stand with cover  Diameter: 10 1/4" (26cm)
Condition: Old restoration to rim, cracks in wood lid.
Provenance: Suzanne Ingersoll Collection, Scottsdale, AZ.
Please refer to item #CE-350 when inquiring.