

Incense Burner
Gray and white ceramic object, resembling a mythical creature or animal. The creature has an open mouth with visible teeth, bulging eyes, and a textured body. The creature appears to have a mane or hair on its back and neck. It has four legs, with the front right leg slightly forward and the back left leg partially obscured. The object has a rough texture and appears to be weathered. A ruler or measuring device is visible at the bottom of the image. The image is in black and white and titled "Incense Burner" by unknown artist.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 19th century
- Medium
- Clay covered with a transparent glaze clouded with white (Kiyomizu ware)
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 477 × 625 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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