Incense Burner with Lid, in the shape of a Bronze Color-Mixer
Artist
Chinese
Date18th century, Qing Dynasty (1644–1911)
Mediumspinach–green nephrite
Dimensions14.3 cm (5 5/8 in.)
ClassificationsJades
Credit LineBequest of Mrs. Harry W. Goddard, in memory of Harry W. Goddard
Terms
Object number1938.34
DescriptionGreen jade oblong box with rounded cylindrical coners, grotesque bird-like handles. Cover has ornate corners and dragon finial. Stand.Label TextIncense Burner with Lid, in the Shape of a Bronze Color-Mixer Nephrite; Qing dynasty (1644 - 1911), 18th century Bequest of Mrs. Harry W. Goddard, in memory of Harry W. Goddard, 1938.34 Jade artisans skillfully transformed the forms and decoration of archaic bronze vessels into quintessential Qing dynasty treasures, often made to commemorate special occasions. The shape of this archaistic incense burner is reminiscent of ancient bronze color-mixers used to store artist-paints in the cylindrical legs (closed by wooden stoppers) and to mix paint in a central water saucer. The lid has a central knob in the shape of a large coiled dragon that plants its outstretched paws on four young dragons. The sides of the censer are embellished with phoenix-shaped handles as well as low-relief patterns of serpentine animals and variations of the character for longevity (shou).ProvenanceMrs. Harry W. Goddard, Worcester MA
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18th century, Qing Dynasty (1644–1911)
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18th century, Qing Dynasty (1644–1911)
Chinese
Qianlong period (1736–1795) of the Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Chinese
late 18th century, Qing Dynasty (1644–1911)