Jar - Ceramic - incense burner

An exquisite Chinese *Ge*-ware censer with animal-head handles, dating from the late Qing Dynasty to the Republic of China period (circa 1870–1940).
The body is covered in a network of crackle patterns (*kaipian*), featuring a soft, lustrous glaze, animal-head handles on both sides, and a brownish-toned rim.

Details:

• Origin: China

• Period: Late Qing Dynasty to the Republic of China (c. 1870–1940)

• Material: Porcelain

• Dimensions: Height approx. 17 cm; rim diameter approx. 20 cm

• Decoration: Animal-head handles, *Ge*-ware crackle glaze

• Glaze: *Ge*-type crackle glaze

Designed as a decorative incense vessel, this piece exhibits a natural, antique aesthetic with a full, imposing form.
Condition: Intact, with no cracks, hairlines, or chips. The glaze is well-preserved, showing only minor wear on the base—a natural sign of age. The condition has been carefully verified using ultraviolet (UV) light.