Rare Qing Dynasty Handmade Bronze Incense Censer, Amazing Craftsmanship and Art!

Rare Four-Pedestal Qing Dynasty Handmade Bronze Incense Censer.

6" W x 4 1/2" H ~ including handles and lid top. 4 1/2" ~ Circle. I am being very picky here, but the lid has a tiny flaw on the bottom that corresponds to the same spot on the inside of the barrel. I have been examining it for hours under bright lights before I noticed it. It doesn't affect the piece at all, but please see pictures and videos and judge for yourself.

This remarkable piece from the last Chinese Dynasty showcases exceptional craftsmanship and artistry. Likely created for a wealthy individual or an important location, it would have been revered as a sacred object by those who were using it.

Chinese bronze censers have a rich history dating back to ancient times, closely tied to religious and ceremonial practices. They were used in temples, ancestral halls, and homes for burning incense as a gesture of respect and reverence toward deities and ancestors. Their designs often carried symbolic meanings...