A Chinese blanc de chine censer dating to the 18th century. The censer is decorated with two engaged guardian lion heads on the sides. Dimensions are: 2 1/4 in. tall X 6 in. wide; 5.7 cm tall X 15.2 cm wide. All measurements are approximate. Condition: Numerous chips to the rim and firing cracks to the base. Provenance: From Mr. Cheng in Southern California. Acquired in Hong Kong prior to the 1980s. High resolution photos can be found at: https://oag.smugmug.com/Asian-Decorative-Arts-March-2020