Archaic tripod incense burner with leiwen spiral motifs and taotie masks. Fantastic animal and fô dogs forming the grips.
Bronze with brown patina
China, Qing dynasty
Dimensions: H.27 x W.23cm
Condition report: excellent condition, tiny scratches
China has always maintained an archaic tradition in its production of art objects. Our incense burner is the perfect example since, despite the relative modernity of its cast iron, it takes up a shape and motifs that have persisted since antiquity.