Photograph by unknown, Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II digital slr-2006.

Circular Incense Burner with Lion-Headed Handles

Artist Unknown

CultureChinese | Qing Dynasty

Date17th century-18th century

MediumPorcelain | Dehua ware

DimensionsOverall: 2 1/2 x 6 in. (6.4 x 15.2 cm)

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number71.109

Collections

Asian Art

On View

Chrysler Museum of Art, Gallery 106

DescriptionBurner has thickened everted mouth rim, flattened bulbous body, 1.2 cm tall slightly flared foot. Two molded lion masks at shoulders. Glaze creamy, covers bottom unevenly, interior only glazed partially on one side. Body of fine white paste. Dehua ware: porcelain with ivory-hued glaze over appliquéd molded handles

Exhibition HistorySimilar piece in Nelson Gallery, Atkins Museum. Published ReferencesIllustrated in Valestein, S., _Ming Porcelains_, China Institute, New York, 1970, plate 70, label date uncertain.