Incense Burner in the Form of a Duck

Unknown

Song dynasty (960–1279), 12th century

Incense Burner in the Form of a Duck by Unknown

Medium

Qingbai ware; porcelain with underglaze molded and carved decoration

Dimensions

H. 19.1 (7 1/2 in.) diam. 15.1 cm (6 in.)

Classification

ceramics

Department

Arts of Asia

Museum

Art Institute of Chicago

Accession Number

43060

About the Artist

Unknown

The artist designated as "Unknown" in our virtual museum's collection exemplifies a poignant chapter in art history: creators whose identities have faded into obscurity despite the enduring power of their work. With only one known artwork attributed to them in our holdings, this figure represents countless anonymous hands that shaped visual culture across centuries. Museums worldwide, including th...

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