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Incense burner

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Copper incense burner, square shape, four right angle corners, flat top and bottom, small rectangular hole at bottom center, intricate etched patterns on all sides including interlocking curved lines and geometric borders, dark patina with lighter copper tones visible.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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