Brûle-parfum (xianglu 香爐), M.C. 1263

Dating in century: 16th-17th century type(s) of object(s): domestic life, metal, metal arts, china name(s): perfume burner materials and techniques: copper, lost wax casting, engraved = incised, repoussé place(s) of execution/realization: china dimensions - artwork: height: 5cm length: 11cm width: 7. 6cm description: hemispherical shape; fixed side handles in the shape of stylized dragons; body decorated with taotie, flowers and insects. 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. 1263. Unknown date