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On display at V&A South Kensington
China, Room 44, The T.T. Tsui Gallery

Incense Burner

1115-1234 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

This incense burner was made some time between 960 and 1279, the classical period in the history of Chinese ceramics. Kilns appeared in all parts of China, each kiln with its own specialized products. Centuries later they were much sought after by collectors.


Object details

Category
Object type
Materials and techniques
Stoneware, glazed
Brief description
Incense burner, glazed stoneware, China, Jin dynasty (1115-1234)
Physical description
Incense burner, stoneware with white slip and glazed
Dimensions
  • Height: 9cm
  • Diameter: 9.2cm
Style
Gallery label
Incense burner Jin dynasty 1115-1234 Stoneware with white slip and glazed Huozhou kilns, north China Museum no. Circ.105-1930(2007)
Summary
This incense burner was made some time between 960 and 1279, the classical period in the history of Chinese ceramics. Kilns appeared in all parts of China, each kiln with its own specialized products. Centuries later they were much sought after by collectors.
Collection
Accession number
CIRC.105-1930

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Record createdApril 4, 2008
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