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Incense burner

Incense burner
Object name 
Incense burner
Date 
ca. 1890-1940
Medium 
Bronze
Dimensions 
Overall: 4 1/2 x 5 x 3 1/4 in. ( 11.4 x 12.7 x 8.3 cm )
Description 
Cast bronze incense burner in the shape of an eggplant, with one tiny eggplant attached to either side; dark brown patina and polished surface; cover in the form of an eggplant stem and leaves, pierced with five holes to allow incense to escape.
Credit Line 
Gift of Mrs. Roswell Skeel, Jr.
Object Number 
1947.148ab
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.