18th Century Qianlong-Style Peking Glass Censer art under 1000 polished form

polished form

Every ridge of the beetle’s horn and every texture on its armored back catches the light

the non-absorbent surface allows the oil pigment to sit with exceptional clarity and brilliance

The table showcases a beautifully canted corner

7”W x 9”H x 5”D

18th Century Qianlong-Style Peking Glass Censer art under 1000 polished form6 1 4W x 6 3 4H x 6 1 4D Behold an exquisite example of Chinese decorative arts: a Peking overlay glass censer, its form both ancient and strikingly modern. A vibrant ruby red ground forms the canvas for an intricate overlay of deep forest green glass, masterfully carved in a relief pattern featuring auspicious motifs. Glimmers of gold flecks suspended within the glass add ethereal highlights, catching the light and lending the piece a captivating