VesselsChinese18th-19th century
Incense Burner in the Form of an Archaic Bronze “Gong” Wine Vessel with Animal, Dragon, and “Taotie” Décor
18th-early 19th century
Dimensions
H. (to top of horns) 21.1 x W. (max.) 22.2 cm (8 5/16 x 8 3/4 in.)
Provenance
Private Collection (by 1944), gift; to Fogg Art Museum, 1944.
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