Add timeless elegance and rich symbolism to your home with this striking pair of vintage brass incense burners, also known as censers. Beautifully detailed from every angle, each vessel features intricate relief carvings of birds, flowering branches, and traditional Asian motifs, all resting on ornate tripod-style legs.
The removable lids are crowned with sculpted Foo Dog (guardian lion) finials, while elaborate scroll handles and decorative feet add to their impressive architectural presence. Whether displayed on a mantel, console, bookshelf, or dining room sideboard, these brass censers create a sophisticated focal point in both traditional and eclectic interiors.
Originally designed as incense burners, these pieces also make exceptional decorative accents and are perfect for collectors of Asian art, vintage brass, or chinoiserie décor.
Features
- Vintage brass incense burner pair
- Matching set of two
- Ornate relief decoration with birds and flowering branches
- Foo Dog finials on removable lids
- Decorative scroll handles
- Tripod-style feet
- Each measures approximately 13.5 inches tall
- Beautiful aged brass patina
- Wonderful display pieces for shelves, mantels, or entry tables
Condition
Both pieces are in good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear and a naturally aged patina that enhances their antique character. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are part of the description.
A stunning pair for collectors of Asian décor, Hollywood Regency interiors, chinoiserie, or anyone looking to add distinctive vintage brass accents to their home.
Further details:
Removable top (vented) with barking dog.
2 handles are pheasant-style birds and 3 legs have turtle shells and long tails. Body has raised bird in flowering tree.
Vintage item has been used and shows modest wear.
Price is for the pair.
Height overall: 13.5 inches
Widest part 7 inches (handle to handle)
Width at base: 5 inches