Bidspirit auction | Square incense burner with side
Square incense burner with side handles, Qing Dynasty Chinese school, 19th century - Cast and patinated gilt bronze. Measures 9 x 24.5 x 16 x 12 cm. Incense burner with a slightly trapezoidal, quadrangular structure and two geometric side handles that visually extend the piece's horizontal balance. The metal surface has a golden patina with irregular oxidation and shading. The blackened interior suggests ritual or ceremonial use linked to domestic or liturgical traditions of the Qing dynasty. The piece is notable for its clean lines, balanced proportions, and functional appearance.