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Chinese Famille Rose Period Porcelain Censer with Apocryphal Qianlong Mark 中国粉彩时期瓷香炉,带乾隆款
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Presenting this vibrant Chinese Famille Rose Censer. This exquisite porcelain censer, or xiānglú, features an octagonal form, pierced lid, and matching stand. Crafted from porcelain, it boasts intricate polychrome enamels and rich gilding, showcasing fine decorative artistry. The base bears an apocryphal Qianlong reign mark, a common homage to earlier imperial periods. In very good condition, this piece likely dates to the late Qing Dynasty or early Republic period, 1880-1920. Such decorative censers are highly collectible, with an auction estimate of $2,000 to $8,000. Its detailed enameling and historical style make it a captivating example of Chinese decorative arts.

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Item Report

Chinese Famille Rose Period Porcelain Censer with Apocryphal Qianlong Mark

中国粉彩时期瓷香炉,带乾隆款

By: Unknown

Style: Chinese Famille Rose (Fencai) Porcelain

Origin: China

Materials: Porcelain, polychrome enamels (famille rose palette), gilding

Age: Late Qing Dynasty to Early Republic Period, circa 1880-1920

Condition: Very Good (minor age-related wear, no significant damage visible)

Value: Authentic (Late Qing/Republic Period): $2,000 - $8,000 USD; Reproduction (Modern): $100 - $500 USD

Maker's Marks / Writing: The underside of the stand bears a blue underglaze six-character mark reading '大清乾隆年製' (Da Qing Qianlong Nian Zhi), meaning 'Made in the Great Qing Qianlong Reign'. This is an apocryphal mark.

Date: 2026-07-11 14:15:56.120952

Description:

An octagonal Chinese porcelain censer (香炉, xiānglú) with two handles, a pierced domed lid, and a matching octagonal stand on splayed feet. The piece is richly decorated in the famille rose (粉彩, fěncǎi) palette with intricate floral scrolls, auspicious objects, and geometric patterns against a vibrant yellow and turquoise ground. Gilded accents highlight the pierced lid and handles. The underside of the stand features a crackled turquoise glaze and an apocryphal Qianlong reign mark.     一件八角形中国瓷香炉,带双耳、镂空穹顶盖和配套的八角形支架,支架有外撇足。器身以粉彩装饰,图案繁复,包括缠枝花卉、吉祥纹饰和几何图案,底色为鲜艳的黄色和松石绿。镂空盖和双耳处有描金点缀。支架底部施开片松石绿釉,并带有乾隆年制伪款。

Assessment:

This is a finely decorated Chinese porcelain censer, characteristic of the late Qing Dynasty or early Republic period. While it bears an apocryphal Qianlong reign mark, this was a common practice during later periods to honor earlier imperial styles. The vibrant enamels, intricate design, and overall craftsmanship make it a desirable decorative piece for collectors of Chinese porcelain.     这是一件精美的中国瓷香炉,具有晚清至民国时期的典型特征。虽然带有乾隆年制伪款,但这在后期是常见的做法,旨在致敬早期的皇家风格。其鲜艳的珐琅彩、复杂的图案和整体工艺使其成为中国瓷器收藏家所青睐的装饰品。

Individual Images:

  • whole censer front view
  • detail of lid
  • detail of body and handle
  • detail of stand and feet
  • censer components separated
  • underside of stand with mark

Provenance:

N/A

Condition:

Very Good (minor age-related wear, no significant damage visible)

Identification Score: 95%

The item is clearly identifiable as a Chinese porcelain censer (xianglu) with a lid and stand, decorated in the famille rose palette. The octagonal form and specific decorative motifs are consistent with Chinese ceramic traditions.     该器物清晰地被识别为一件带盖和支架的中国瓷香炉,以粉彩装饰。其八角形造型和特定的装饰图案与中国陶瓷传统相符。

Authenticity Score: 80%

The piece is authentic to the late Qing Dynasty or early Republic period, based on the style of enameling, palette, and overall decorative aesthetic. The Qianlong reign mark on the base is apocryphal, meaning it was made in a later period but bears the mark of an earlier, revered reign. This does not negate its authenticity as a period piece from the late 19th or early 20th century, but it is not a genuine Qianlong imperial piece.     根据珐琅彩的风格、调色和整体装饰美学,该器物是晚清至民国时期的真品。底部的乾隆年制款是伪款,意味着它是在后期制作但带有早期受人尊敬的年号。这并不否定其作为19世纪末或20世纪初时期作品的真实性,但它并非真正的乾隆官窑器。

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Keywords

Chinese, Famille Rose, Fencai, Porcelain, Censer, Xianglu, Qing Dynasty, Republic Period, Apocryphal Mark, Gilded, Polychrome, Decorative Arts, China     中国, 粉彩, 瓷器, 香炉, 清朝, 民国时期, 伪款, 描金, 多彩, 装饰艺术, 中国

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