Incense burner - Bronze - Pagode / Temple
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Bronze Chinese incense burner dating to 1980–1990, with a pagoda temple lid, dragon-head handles, three lion-head feet, and floral and lotus relief on the bowl, patinated surface, height 19.5 cm, width 13.5 cm, depth 9 cm, weight 790 g, originating from China and in good condition.
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This is a traditional Chinese incense burner (xianglunull香炉) with a distinctive three-piece design: a richly decorated bowl on three legs, dragon handles on either side, and a decorative pagoda lid.
Decorative elements:
Lid: An elegant pagoda with curling roof edges and geometric cut-out motifs, crowned with a double-gourd-shaped knob (symbol of luck and protection)
Handles: Two stylized dragon heads flanking the bowl – dragons are symbols of strength, wisdom, and divine protection
Bowl: Adorned with floral scrollwork and lotus motifs in relief, with a beautiful patina.
Feet: Three lion-head feet evoking stability and power
Cultural context: Incense burners like this were used in temples, altars, and cultured households for ritual ceremonies, meditation, or simply to scent the space. The burning of incense was an essential part of Buddhist and Taoist practices.
This item can be shipped together with other items of mine in this auction so that you only pay shipping costs once.
Seller's Story
With more than 25 years of experience, we personally travel through China, Tibet, and Nepal to select authentic devotional art and ritual objects.
Each piece is carefully chosen for its cultural value, craftsmanship, and story.
Fast shipping and professional packaging - Each object is expertly packed to guarantee safe delivery
We always offer combined shipping on our auctions.
Note: You can only combine items within the same auction. If you wish to purchase multiple items from different auctions, pay for one item first and then send us a message so we can reduce the shipping costs on the other item.
Translated by Google TranslateThis is a traditional Chinese incense burner (xianglunull香炉) with a distinctive three-piece design: a richly decorated bowl on three legs, dragon handles on either side, and a decorative pagoda lid.
Decorative elements:
Lid: An elegant pagoda with curling roof edges and geometric cut-out motifs, crowned with a double-gourd-shaped knob (symbol of luck and protection)
Handles: Two stylized dragon heads flanking the bowl – dragons are symbols of strength, wisdom, and divine protection
Bowl: Adorned with floral scrollwork and lotus motifs in relief, with a beautiful patina.
Feet: Three lion-head feet evoking stability and power
Cultural context: Incense burners like this were used in temples, altars, and cultured households for ritual ceremonies, meditation, or simply to scent the space. The burning of incense was an essential part of Buddhist and Taoist practices.
This item can be shipped together with other items of mine in this auction so that you only pay shipping costs once.
Seller's Story
With more than 25 years of experience, we personally travel through China, Tibet, and Nepal to select authentic devotional art and ritual objects.
Each piece is carefully chosen for its cultural value, craftsmanship, and story.
Fast shipping and professional packaging - Each object is expertly packed to guarantee safe delivery
We always offer combined shipping on our auctions.
Note: You can only combine items within the same auction. If you wish to purchase multiple items from different auctions, pay for one item first and then send us a message so we can reduce the shipping costs on the other item.
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Era
1900-2000
Weight
790 g
Title additional information
Pagode / Temple
Number of objects
1
Material
Bronze
Country of origin
China
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
19.5 cm
Width
13.5 cm
Depth
9 cm
Estimated period
1980-1990
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