Description Chinese Bronze Covered Box , Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) or earlier, possibly a censer or incense holder, rectangular cover surmounted by two recumbent Buddhist lions playing with brocade balls, body with upright flange handles, cabriole legs, and incised cloud motifs , base with Xuande mark, h. 5 1/2 in., w. 13 1/2 in., d. 2 3/4 in. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund. Exh.: Chinese Bronzes: Gifts from the David and Inger Duberman Collection, Mobile Museum of Art, Feb. 12, 2016 - Jan. 1, 2017
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