June Ancient Art & Paintings & Collectibles

HAN DYNASTY BLUE AND WHITE JADE PHOENIX-SHAPED INCENSE

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Start price: $500

Estimated price: $5,000 - $6,000

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Description

H:18cm(7.09in) W:16cm(6.30in) Weight:2060g(4.54lb)This is a pair of Han Dynasty celadon jade incense burners carved in the form of phoenixes, featuring openwork details for burning incense and topped with a small bird finial. Used as aromatic vessels by the nobility, they exemplify the sophisticated jade craftsmanship of the Han Dynasty and embody the auspicious symbolism of the phoenix

Condition: ALL SOLD AS IS, NO RETURN

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