Incense Burner in the Shape of a Hanging Lantern (one of a pair)

18th century
Not on view

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Object Information
  • 白磁陽刻釣り灯籠形香炉 一対
  • Title: Incense Burner in the Shape of a Hanging Lantern (one of a pair)
  • Period: Edo period (1615–1868)
  • Date: 18th century
  • Culture: Japan
  • Medium: White porcelain with molded designs (Hirado ware)
  • Dimensions: H. incl. finial 12 in. (30.5 cm); H. without lid 8 1/4 in. (21 cm); Diam. 9 in. (22.9 cm)
  • Classification: Ceramics
  • Credit Line: H. O. Havemeyer Collection, Bequest of Mrs. H. O. Havemeyer, 1929
  • Object Number: 29.100.244a, b
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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