Ivory Incense Burner

Datec.1850

Place of ManufactureAsia

MediumMaterial: ivory; lacquer, black

DimensionsOverall: 27 x 20 cm

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineGift of the Estate of Agnes Simpson (Collection of Harry Muncaster Hind)

Object number1998.036.004 a,b

DescriptionIncense burner rests on three raised legs that have carved human-like faces at top and animal feet with claws at the bottom. The body is oval shaped with a short straight neck and a flat straight rim at top. There are two large S shaped handles with rectangular rings, on either side. The lid has a large finial depicting one large and one small lion dog. The body, lid and handles are decorated with various black lacquer patterns and designs.

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