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Archaic style rectangular incense burner

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular incense burner with four legs, made of dark metal. The body has a flat top and sides with intricate designs and patterns. A raised rectangular panel on the front features two square spirals. The top has a domed lid with a decorative border and a small figurine of an animal on top, possibly a mythical creature. The lid also features curled decorations on either side of the figurine. The overall shape is rectangular with a flat base. The incense burner is titled "Archaic style rectangular incense burner" and is by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
16th–17th century
Medium
Earthenware with green glaze
Culture
China
Dimensions
476 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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