A set of three antique Chinese brass dishes and a small brass censer from the late Qing Dynasty.
The brass censer and dishes are heavy and hand tooled. The censer has three design segments going around the body. There are five holes in the body with a blackened interior. It rests on three peg legs and was definitely used. The two smaller dishes have designs of water dragons in the clouds. The larger one has a peony design,
The censer has a Xuande reign mark and is etched CHINA on the base. All three dishes have shallow foot rings. One of the smaller dishes has a stamped CHINA mark on the base. The other smaller one is not marked. The larger dish is also marked CHINA on the base.
MEASUREMENTS
Censer 2 ½ in (6.4 cm) diameter x 3 in (7.6 cm) tall
Larger dish – 3 3/8 in (8.4 cm) diameter x 7/16 in (1.1 cm) tall
Two smaller dishes – 3 in (7.6 cm) diameter x 3/8 in (.8 cm) tall.
Weighs 13.2 oz.
CONDITION
There are no breaks, chips, cracks, or repairs. The dishes show wear and usage. All four pieces have a naturally aged patina.
A small set of old Chinese brass dishes to use or add to your collection. The censer was used, and you can use it again.