Chinese Bronze Censer Ming Dynasty Incense Stick Holder 17th Century Antique Figure Sculpture

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Chinese Bronze Censer Ming Dynasty Incense Stick Holder 17th Century Antique Figure Sculpture

A Chinese bronze ‘boy’ incense stick holder figure, Ming dynasty (1368-1644).

The finely cast figure of a boy standing on a lozenge-shaped base in a wide-legged stance holding a Ding tripod censer in front of him, his robe draped as if the wind is fiercely blowing, with a serene expression on his face.

Ref:
For a related Ming bronze seated ‘boy’ figure holding a vase, see the British Museum collection, registration number SLMisc.1185.

Dimensions:
Height 13 cm, width 9 cm, depth 5.8 cm.

Condition:
Good condition with a nice warm brownish patina.

Inv. No: MW128

1 200 €