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16th–17th century · Gilt bronze · Asian Art

The pattern and form of this incense burner are almost identical to those of one bearing the mark of Hu Wenming’s son, on display nearby. On the basis of this comparison, and the current censer’s evident virtuosity, we can confidently assert that this is at least from Hu Wenming’s workshop, if not from the master’s own hands. Mark 雲間胡文明製 Made by Hu Wenming from Yunjian.

Artist

Unknown

Date

16th–17th century

Medium

Gilt bronze

Culture

China

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Purchase, Seymour Fund and Gift of Mrs. Edward Brayton, by exchange, 2006