A Pair of Mughal-style spinach-green jade censers and covers. 20th century

Each of shallow form with slightly flared plain sides, the broad rim and domed cover both reticulated with concentric bands of scrolling lotus and leaves, flanked by ornately carved 'chrysanthemum' handles suspending loose rings, all surmounted by an open spherical reticulated finial, the translucent stone with mottled green and pale inclusions, dark speckles, wood stands (6) - widest 9 1/4 in., 23.5 cm - Estimate: 15,000—25,000 USD - Lot Sold. 28,125 USD

PROVENANCE: Collection of T. Jack & Gladys H. Foster (until 1995).
Christie's New York, 21st and 22nd September 1995, lot 409.
Thereafter with the present owner.

Sotheby's. Fine Chinese Ceramics & Works of Art including Chinese and Japanese Art from The Collection of Frieda and Milton Rosenthal. 16 Sep 08. www.sotheby's.com