Dehua CenserChina, 18th century,pressed bombe-form, with applied lion-mask handles, partially glazed interior, bisque foot rim, illegible square mark on base, ht. 2 7/8, mouth rim dia. 5 in. Provenance: From the David Drabkin Collection, many of which were loaned to the Yale University Art Gallery for exhibition/research. Mr. Drabkin formed his art collection while residing in many parts of Asia, including Japan, China, and Thailand. His keen interest in Asian art led him to build a close relation with many fellow art collectors, gallery owners, art historians, and art dealers, such as J.J. Lally.