Lot 18. A Longquan celadon-glazed tripod censer, Ming dynasty (1368-1644); 6 ½ in. (16.5 cm.) diam. Estimate GBP 8,000 - GBP 12,000 (USD 10,456 - USD 15,684). © Christie's Images Ltd 2018

The censer is modelled with a moulded trilobed body standing on three tall legs, the everted rim supports two upright ropetwist handles. The body is decorated with three freely carved scrolled lotus sprays, and the neck is decorated with a scroll decoration.