Rare, Chinese Qing Dynasty, green jade lotus lidded censer on stand. The Finest Jade carved in globular body, in lotus flori form shape, the domed lid supporting the simply flaring lotus flowers blooms bud finial. The main body and the dome lid carved with Lotus floral petals form, with Chinese poem calligraphy in gilt color on each lotus petals. Lotus is one of the most significant flowers in the Chinese culture. It symbolizes the holy seat of Buddha. Because the flower rises from the mud and blooms in exquisite beauty it symbolizes perfection and purity of both the heart and mind. It also represents long life and honor. The lotus flower is depicted in Chinese art, poetry and architecture. Elegancy come with tall hardwood stand carved with scrolling ruyi and Auspicious motif. The Elaborately carved hardwood frame perfectly accentuates this work of art. Jade stone is pristine with a green jade iridescence and creamy off-white coloration, with attractive sporadic russet hues and creme calcifications, moist slicky appearance. This jade lidded censer conformed all required specimen to be high valued Chinese jade wares, with finest material, the whiteness, the cleanness, the color, the shape, design, and distinct. The jade is fine and exquisite, the carving smooth, brilliant with a moist appearance, the finishing meticulous.

Height:8.13 in
Width: 5.63 in
Depth: 5.63 in
Weight: 1581 g

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