Lot 5. A Longquan celadon-glazed tripod censer, Song dynasty (960-1279). 4 ¼ in. (10.8 cm.) diam. Estimate GBP 10,000 - GBP 15,000 (USD 13,110 - USD 19,665). © Christie's Images Ltd 2017

The censer is modelled with a short neck leading to a flattened rim, the globular body is decorated with three raised flanges which lead down the tapered legs. The censer is covered overall with a soft celadon glaze which thins at the raised decoration and stops slightly above the feet.

Provenance: Previously in a private Japanese collection.

Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics & Works of Art, 7 November 2017, London