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Incense Burner

11th century
Not on view
Long-handled, footed incense burners are known throughout the Islamic Near East, but the square body, high domed lid, and horseshoe arches on the low register of this example suggest Western, probably Spanish production. Incense played an important role in al-Andalus, as it did throughout the medieval world, and the international trade in aromatic substances was a lucrative one.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Incense Burner
  • Date: 11th century
  • Geography: Attributed to Spain, Andalusia
  • Medium: Bronze; cast, chased, and pierced
  • Dimensions: H. 9 3/4 in. (24.8 cm)
    W. 10 in. (25.4 cm)
    D. 4 1/4 in. (10.8 cm)
  • Classification: Metal
  • Credit Line: Purchase, Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, 1967
  • Object Number: 67.178.3a, b
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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