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Incense Burner in the Shape of a Hanging Lantern (one of a pair)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Octagonal ceramic object with lid. The object has a flat base with four curved legs. The base features a carved band around it. The body of the object is octagonal with eight rectangular panels; each panel features different carved designs including flowers. The top of the object has a domed lid featuring a rounded finial. The lid and body have curling decorative protrusions on either side. The object is light-colored ceramic. The object resembles a hanging lantern.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
White porcelain with mouded designs (Hirado ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
491 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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