Chinese Han Dynasty Tripod Incense Burner with Removable Lidded Top

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A Chinese Han Dynasty tripod incense burner with removable lidded top, circa 202 BC-200 AD. Featuring a circular shape topped … more A Chinese Han Dynasty tripod incense burner with removable lidded top, circa 202 BC-200 AD. Featuring a circular shape topped with a removable lid, this incense burner was crafted during the Han Dynasty. Incense burners were indeed used at the time as mortuary objects in the tombs of warriors and the nobility. Two lateral handles adorn the round body that showcases traces of its original pigments, while the ensemble is raised on three curving legs. With its nicely weathered patina and great age, this Han incense burner will be an excellent decorative addition to any home, whether placed atop a chest of drawers, side table or buffet. less