Late 20th Century Pair of Gilt Bronze Cloisonné Enamel Mythical Beast Incense Burners

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This exquisite pair of incense burners, shaped as mythical beasts (resembling the legendary Xiezhi or Qilin), showcases exceptional craftsmanship in … Read more This exquisite pair of incense burners, shaped as mythical beasts (resembling the legendary Xiezhi or Qilin), showcases exceptional craftsmanship in cloisonné enamel. Each figure features a vibrant yellow-ground body with intricate red scale patterns, detailed with colorful floral scroll motifs and auspicious symbols in blue, green, and red. The heads are adorned with elaborate bronze horns, mane, and facial features, with open mouths designed to emit incense smoke. The bodies are supported by four clawed feet, and the hollow interiors allow for the placement of incense. The backs feature an oval opening with a green lappet border. This set is a striking example of traditional decorative art, combining both sculptural form and functional design.

Dimensions (per piece):

Height: 46 cm (approx. 18.11 inches)

Length: 33 cm (approx. 12.99 inches)

Width: 15 cm (approx. 5.91 inches)

Weight: 11 kg (approx. 24.25 lbs) per piece See less