Who created "Classical Incense Burner"?

Classical Incense Burner was created by Anonymous, British, 19th century in 19th century.

When was "Classical Incense Burner" created?

This artwork was created 19th century.

What medium is "Classical Incense Burner"?

Classical Incense Burner is Pen and ink on tracing paper.

Is "Classical Incense Burner" in the public domain?

Yes, Classical Incense Burner is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Classical Incense Burner

Anonymous, British, 19th century

19th century

Medium

Pen and ink on tracing paper

Classification

Drawings|Ornament & Architecture

Department

Drawings and Prints

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

The Elisha Whittelsey Collection, The Elisha Whittelsey Fund, 1960

Accession Number

60.632.188

Tags

Incense Burners

Art Historical Context

Step into the refined world of 19th-century British design with *Classical Incense Burner*, a delicate pen and ink drawing on tracing paper by an anonymous artist. Housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Department of Drawings and Prints, this work falls under Ornament & Architecture, showcasing meticulous lines that evoke the grandeur of ancient forms. The translucent tracing paper—ingeniously chosen for its utility—allowed draftsmen to overlay sketches, refine proportions, and replicate classical motifs with precision, a hallmark of the era's architectural and decorative practices. Creat...

Classical Incense Burner

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