17th century Dehua White Porcelain Censer — Lion-Head Handles - Porcelain - China - Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)

Description
A gracefully proportioned censer of classic bombe form, finely potted and covered in a lustrous, creamy ivory-white glaze characteristic of fine Dehua ware. The rounded body rises from a neatly stepped flared foot to a broad, thickened rim. Symmetrically placed at the shoulder are a pair of vigorously modelled lion-head handles, each finely detailed with full features and deeply moulded mane. The glaze is smooth and luminous, pooling softly within the recesses to accentuate the form — a harmonious and dignified piece suitable for display or devotional use.

Dimensions:
Width across handles: approx. 15.5 cm
Total height: approx. 6.5 cm

Condition
Minor professional restoration to the rim;
Small area of glaze separation / flaking to the rim;
One tiny kiln fissure present — inherent from firing;
Bears normal age-related surface wear; structurally intact otherwise.

## Shipping

Ships to the United States; no insurance included — buyer assumes all shipping-related risks.
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Professionally packed with care. Report any damage with clear photographs within 24 hours of delivery; all claims are subject to the carrier’s final assessment.

Photographs required:

- A photo of the entire outer packaging, clearly showing the address label and barcode.
- A close up photo of the address label and barcode.
- A close up photo showing the damage to the outer packaging.
- One or more photos clearly showing the inner packaging.
- One or more photos of the entire damaged item.
- One or more close-up photos showing the damage to the item itself.

PostNL also requests that the recipient keep the damaged item, the box, and all packaging materials until the claim has been fully settled.

For shipments outside the EU, we also request the following:

- Damage report. The recipient must take the damaged contents, the box, and all packaging materials to the local post office to have this report prepared. Unfortunately, without this report, your claim cannot be processed.

- A copy of the CN23 customs form, if possible.