Brûle-parfum en forme de langouste, M.C. 2139

Dating in century: 18th-19th century type(s) of object(s): domestic life, metal, metal arts name(s): perfume burner materials and techniques: bronze place(s) of execution/production: japan dimensions - artwork: height: 11. 5cm width: 30cm length: 37cm description: the curved tail rests on 4 legs; the other eight are in the air with their antennae forward. Lid on the back. 4 pieces. Mode of acquisition: legacy name of donor, testator, seller: cernuschi, henri date of acquisition: 1896 institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 2139. Unknown date