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Incense burner with openwork lid

Japanese

Artwork Details

Incense burner with openwork lid
19th century
Japanese
iron with gold and silver inlay and gilt
3 11/16 in. x 3 1/4 in. x 3 1/4 in. ( 9.4 cm x 8.2 cm x 8.2 cm )
Transfer from the School of Art and the College of Architecture and Urban Planning.
1997/1.233A&B

Description

Subject Matter:

Since the introduction of Buddhism during the sixth century, individuals in Japan have commonly used incense burners as part of rituals, guest visits, garment-perfuming, and courting procedures.

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