Incense Burner

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Incense Burner by Asian artist, is a bronze vessel with a rounded body and domed lid. The lid features a small finial on top and has perforated designs, including a dragon. Two handles protrude from either side of the body. The entire piece is ornately decorated with intricate designs, including floral patterns and scrollwork. The object sits on a white surface, with a shadow cast behind it, against a black background that lightens to gray toward the bottom. The color of the object is primarily bronze with gold accents. The lid is perforated at the top, allowing smoke to escape.