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Incense Burner

CHINA; Wei Kingdom (220–265), dated 247; Bronze; H: 14.9 cm; Shitennoji Temple, Tennoji, Osaka, Japan
This incense burner rests on a shallow stand supported by three short legs. The burner is comprised of a bowl and a lid, both of which are in openwork to allow the smoke to disperse. The bowl is decorated with a dragon, while the lid has a cloud design. The handle is in the form of a dragon with chains extending down to the rim of the bowl.

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