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Incense burner: C.293 & A-1934

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Brown stoneware incense burner and metal cover, covered in a yellow-brown glaze. Flat, square base, standing on four legs. The body is of an inverted mushroom shape with two moulded handles; one a kylin's mask while the other is a lotus. The lid is pierced around a design of peonies.

Legal notes

Bought from Frank Brangwyn, using the Glaisher Fund

Measurements and weight

Height: 11.1 cm
Width: 13.3 cm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1934) by Brangwyn, Frank

Components of the work

Cover composed of metal
Incense Burner Body composed of stoneware
Handles
Lid

Materials used in production

yellow-brown Glaze

Techniques used in production

Glazing

Identification numbers

Accession number: C.293 & A-1934
Primary reference Number: 74224
BJ.75

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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 29 April 2024

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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