Jade incense burner with animal-mask pattern, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
- Image Number: C1C000265N000000000PAB
- Dynasty: Qing dynasty
- Category: Jades
- Function: Incense container
- Material: Minerals/Jade Jewelry/Jade
- Description:
Blue jade with brown and yellow spots. Round mouth, tight abdomen, round foot, facing crown and ear, with cover. The cover and abdomen are carved with ridges and animal face patterns composed of cloud patterns. On both sides, reliefs of dragons cling to the walls and ears. The relief sculpture on the top of the roof shows three sheep kneeling down, which has the auspicious meaning of “Three sheep bring peace”. The stove is a incense burner, which is grouped with incense bottles and incense boxes.
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