Lot 71 A BRONZE-MOUNTED JADE CENSER AND COVER, CHINA, ZHOU DYNASTY (1046-256 BC)
Reference: ART10010369
The well-hollowed, cylindrical brush pot is carved in low relief on the exterior with dots within two narrow bands, the censor is mounted with beast shaped handle . The jade cover with a ruyi heads finial, carved with panels enclosing scrolls and mounted with three gilt crested birds .The stone is of a celadon tone with russet inclusions. Height 15 cm. Translucent green nephrite with brown veins and slightly calcified, bone-colored patches, gilt bronze rim one crested bird with a chip. Provenance: Private collection mr. J.K., Switzerland