Burner, Incense

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Burner, Incense

Identifier:
120119
Description:
Bronze incense burner in the shape of a lion. The head of the lion removes to reveal the area for the incense to be placed. The bronze has a particularly fine patina.

This was likely made for export.

Identified by Bennet Bronson, Professor of History, University of Illinois Chicago, IL; tel: 312.665.7832.
Date:
circa 1700
Materials:
Bronze
Dimensions:
6.25" h 3.75" w 8" d
Current Location Status:
In Storage
Collection Tier:
Tier 2
Source:
Gift Of Mrs. Charles Inslee And H. B. Tuthill
Related Entities:
shuzan Sado (creator) Mrs. Charles Inslee (donor) Howard B Tuthill (donor)
Related Place:
Japan