Tripod Incense Burner (Censer) with Peony-Leaf Scrolls, Netlike Petals, and Masklike Legs
Unknown
Northern Song (960–1127) or Jin dynasty (1115–1234), c. 12th century
Medium
Yaozhou ware; stoneware with underglaze carved and molded decoration
Dimensions
11 × 10.7 cm (4 3/8 × 5 1/4 in.); Diam.: 10.7 cm (5 1/4 in.)
Classification
vessel
Department
Arts of Asia
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
193007
About the Artist
Unknown
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