Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 26 February 2026

Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 26 February 2026

Catalogue

Lot 217: Chinese Parcel-Gilt Bronze Dragon Censer with Xuande Mark

This auction ended on February 26, 2026.

Estimated price: £20 - £40

Buyer's Premium: 18%

Sold for: £24

A small Chinese cast bronze vessel of globular form featuring twin dragon-form handles and relief scroll decorations. The body is finished with a heavy green verdigris patina and retains areas of surface gilding. A four-character square seal mark is cast into the side, which translates to Da Ming Xuan De. The interior shows a dark, oxidized surface.
Diameter: 3.5 inches