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Incense burner

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown incense burner with a rounded body and short neck. Two ornate handles protrude from either side. The lid is round and features an intricate design with a raised pattern. A thin gold band encircles the top of the body, just below the lid. The background is light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
599 × 399 px
Museum record:
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