Polychrome Censer with 
Openwork K'uei-dragon
Decor 
K'ang-hsi period  (A.D. 
1662-1722)
Ch'ing Dynasty 
Height:                 24.6cm
Base diameter:    19.4cm
Depth of lower section:
7.0cm
Mouth diameter, lower
section:           23.4cm
     This vessel comprises 
three  sections,  and  was 
used   for   burning   or 
containing  incense.   The 
upper  two  sections  are 
ornamented   with   k'uei-
dragon motifs in openwork
design.  The colors are not
brilliant, but rather matt,
lending this piece a soft 
elegance.