Chinese translation incense burner

[austinkirsh]

Hey all! Bought this Chinese incense burner at an auction and was wondering if anyone could help with the makers mark or any help dating the item would be great. Thanks!

 

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[vhs07]

One sold here but with no info.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/ANTIQUE-SI...D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

 

[DCMatt]

It says "Da Ming Xuande Nian Zhi" which means "(made during the Xuande reign of the great Ming" back in the 1420's. This is one of the most frequently copied (fake) marks.

 

[diggummup]

IOW... Contemporary copy, "China" gives it away to post 1920 anyway.