Late 19th Century Bronze Boshan Censer With Mythical Beasts, 2200g, Archaic Incense Burner

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This is a cast bronze incense burner in the classic Boshan censer form, featuring a mountain-shaped lid adorned with a … Read more This is a cast bronze incense burner in the classic Boshan censer form, featuring a mountain-shaped lid adorned with a lively scene of intertwined mythical beasts and humanoid figures. The openwork lid allows incense smoke to escape. The base is a shallow bowl with a decorative key-fret border. The vessel is supported by a stylized animal figure with prominent curled horns and a textured mane, resting on splayed legs. The bronze exhibits a deep, aged patina with reddish-brown tones and traces of gold splashes, characteristic of antique metalwork. The piece is solid and heavy, weighing 2200 grams.

Dimensions:

Length: 17 cm (approximately 6.7 inches)

Width: 10 cm (approximately 3.9 inches)

Height: 31 cm (approximately 12.2 inches)

Weight: 2200 grams (approximately 4.85 lbs) See less