Antique CHINESE Footed Incense Burner/Censer HAND CAST BRONZE BUDDHA W LID
Size 3.75" high with lid on, without lid, the base is about 1.75" high. Diameter across opening is approx. 3.5"
This magnificent incense burner is hand cast from heavy, embossed bronze and dates from around the year 1900. I have photographed this piece with and without a flash, to try to best highlight its lovely details.
It has tripod feet and a removable lid. Lid has 3 double-slot [teardrop shaped] openings for smoke
Features a seated, meditating Buddha at the top and 3 completely DIFFERENT embossed landscape scenes on the lid. All 3 scenes feature a pagoda temple, plus waves, trees, and mountains. Made with extremely fine detailing and meticulous small and beautifully molded images.
The base features a very unique border edge of swirling, curling clouds
The base also has a smooth, rounded gourd shape with vertical ribs
The three feet which support this piece each have a molded lotus leaf at their base
Handmade, incredible workmanship.
Excellent antique condition, absolutely no damage scratches repair or flaws. This piece has been used and has had incense burned inside of it, probably over many years, and so does have an aged patina inside and out and some small ash residue and burn residue inside and inside of lid. Up to buyer to clean- it adds charm and the look of age just as it is. See all pics and use zoom.
Great for a collector and will look lovely in use or on display
Ships fully insured w tracking provided
As always, my items are packed with EXTRA bubble wrap and extreme care to insure a safe arrival.
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