LOT 1177  A Chinese Green Jade Incense Garniture Set  

碧玉饕餮纹爐瓶盒三式及座 This green jade incense set consists of a censer, a vase, and a small box, all carved a...

碧玉饕餮纹爐瓶盒三式及座 This green jade incense set consists of a censer, a vase, and a small box, all carved and displayed on a multi-tiered wooden stand. The deep green jade, polished to a smooth finish with subtle natural veining, is adorned with detailed archaic patterns and scrolling motifs. The censer, the central piece, features a domed lid, curved handles, and four mythical animal-shaped legs. The vase, with a square mouth and ring handles, is decorated with foliage designs, while the square box has a fitted lid carved with matching patterns. The wooden stand is elaborately carved with openwork designs. Height: 5 in (12.7 cm) Width: 4 7/8 in (12.4 cm) Provenance: Property from a Southern California private collection