Weihrauchbrenner in Form eines Luduan auf Holzstand

Lot 339
06.12.2022 09:30UTC +01:00
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Lot 339 | Weihrauchbrenner in Form eines Luduan auf Holzstand
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€ 2 500 – 3 500
A BRONZE CENSER IN FORM OF A STANDING LUDUAN ON WOOD STAND - China, 17th/ 18th c. - Movable head, connected to the chest by a hinge. Beautiful age patina. - From an old German private collection, purchased on 12.12.1980 at Galerie Gross, Wiesbaden Large and impressive incense burners in the form of auspicious animals, such as this luduan, were placed in pairs on each side of the imperial throne to protect the ruler and emphasize his exalted position. They formed part of the imperial court furnishings, commonly referred to as the "throne group," and could include pairs of elephants or cranes, as well as a pair of vertical incense burners, all of which were usually placed on the side of the throne. Examples can be found in Classics of the Forbidden City. Imperial Furniture of Ming and Qing Dynasties, Beijing, 2008, pp. 330-335 Somewhat worn, signs of age
China, 17./ 18. Jh.
H. 29,5 cm
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