A Chinese bronze Islamic market censer

Xuande six-character mark and possibly period

Of bellied form with twin ring handles, raised on three peg feet, the sides cast with cartouches of Arabic script.

11.5cm dia.

Condition Report

Heavy wear to the rim with dents and nibbles. Handles with nibbles to the edges. One foot dented at the tip. General wear throughout.

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