A Chinese Qing Dynasty Kangxi sgraffito medallions Famille Verte porcelain censer. Deep curvature flaring upward to form the rim, with a slightly raised footing. With external auspicious depiction medallion. Large sinuous five-slaws dragon medallions protruded around the bowl. The exterior masterfully covered in an even coat of a delicate emerald-green glaze which terminates at the base and below the mouth rim revealed clean white underglaze interior and under the base. The immaculate porcelain body is covered with a characteristic silky glaze, throughout the finish. The clay is very fine, with a brilliant finish that was applied by a meticulous glaze craftsman.
The under-base bears a reign mark, a horizontal six underglazed blue script characters reign mark, Made in The Years of Kangxi Reign Period of The Great Qing Dynasty. Measurements: Height: 3 1/2" Diameter: 3 1/8"PROVENANCE: From Pennsylvania private collectors, Family Inherited. Original Receipt dated on May 8th, 1892. Bought from H.A. Eberhardt & Son Inc. of 210 Walnut ST, Philadelphia, PA. The Collections of Keller's family presented and offered up to auctions from Lot-179 through Lot-200.