Incense Burner in the Form of a Ding Vessel, 18th century
Unknown artist, Chinaexpand_more
Green jadeexpand_more
Gift of Augustus L. Searleexpand_more 36.7.1a,b
On View in Gallery 210expand_more
A wide projecting rim, the edge of which is engraved with a thunder pattern, separates the body of this short, three-footed incense burner from the three-tiered, high cover. The surface of the burner is carved with relief floral designs, shou (character for longevity), and a bat, representing good fortune and happiness. The two lower sections of the cover are embellished with similar floral patterns and a serpentine dragon forms the finial while the perforated lid allows for the burning of rare incense. This vessel is recorded as having been in the imperial collection. It was purchased in China following the collapse of the Qing dynasty in 1912.
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- Title
- Incense Burner in the Form of a Ding Vessel
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- Artist
- Accession Number
- 36.7.1a,b
- Curator Approved
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