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Incense Burner

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Incense Burner by Unknown. The object is a green ceramic vessel with two handles and three legs. The vessel has a rounded body with a narrow neck and a wide, rounded shoulder. It has a circular opening at the top covered by a lid with a small hole in the center. Two curved handles protrude from either side of the vessel. The vessel stands on three small legs. The green glaze is glossy and has areas of wear and chipping, exposing the underlying material. The background is a plain off-white color.

Artwork Details

Medium
Pottery
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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