Bronze Incense Burner in the Form of a Lotus Blossom
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: bronze; silver
DimensionsOverall (height measurement is with lid;): 11 x 10 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of James and Joanna Davidson
Object number2006.002.047 a,b
DescriptionLidded incense burner shaped as a lotus head with petals raised outward, supported by a foot consisting of three tortoises arranged with a vine-like element around the base. The lid is perforated, has a scalloped edge and a crane finial. Entire piece is inlaid with narrow silver lines, including the pattern on the backs of the tortoises, the feathers of the crane and the veins of the petals.Status
Not on view
Shibata Zeshin
