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Tripod incense burner

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold tripod incense burner with blue, red, white, and yellow enamel decorations. The incense burner has a rounded body and a dome-shaped lid with a knob on top. Two curved handles protrude from the sides, just below the lid. The body is supported by three legs. The surface features intricate designs and patterns, including floral motifs and geometric shapes. A band of blue enamel with floral patterns encircles the middle of the body. The background of the image is gray.

Artwork Details

Medium
Cloisonné enamel, gilt copper alloy
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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