Late 20th Century Gilt Bronze Hexagonal Incense Burner With Qilin and Dragon Motifs

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This impressive incense burner is crafted from bronze with a rich, dark reddish-brown patina and accented with bright gilding. The … Read more This impressive incense burner is crafted from bronze with a rich, dark reddish-brown patina and accented with bright gilding. The vessel features a hexagonal body raised on four legs shaped as lion masks with clawed feet. The sides are decorated with framed panels in relief, each depicting a mythical qilin or dragon amidst stylized cloud and scroll motifs. The sides are flanked by elaborate handles modeled as stylized dragon heads. The domed lid features intricate openwork scrolling designs in gilt and is topped with a finial shaped as a seated qilin holding a golden ball. The burner rests on a matching hexagonal stand with a pierced, scrolled apron. The base bears a rectangular cast seal mark.

Dimensions:

Height: 47 cm (approx. 18.50 inches)

Width: 28 cm (approx. 11.02 inches)

Weight: 13.5 kg (approx. 29.76 lbs) See less