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Antique Indian Pierced Bronze Incense Burner
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Antique Indian Pierced Bronze Incense Burner

19th century
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Antique Indian Pierced Bronze Incense Burner with Bird Motif

This striking Antique Indian Pierced Bronze Incense Burner is a richly detailed piece of traditional metalwork, blending symbolic artistry with refined craftsmanship. Featuring a wide, domed lid with intricate openwork and a finely cast pair of parrots perched atop the finial, this burner evokes themes of beauty, grace, and cultural symbolism deeply rooted in Indian heritage.

The base of the vessel is supported by three elaborately sculpted peacocks with outstretched wings, forming a tripod stand that is as decorative as it is functional. The upper rim of the bowl is adorned with a finely engraved floral band, complementing the pierced lid’s pattern that allows incense smoke to escape in a slow, aromatic swirl.

Features:

Material: Solid cast bronze with a warm, aged patina

Design: Lid features pierced foliate designs with dual parrot finial; base supported by three sculpted peacocks

Function: Lid is removable, suitable for burning incense or as a decorative accent piece

Approximate Dimensions:

Height: 25 cm

Diameter: 19 cm

Condition: Good antique condition with natural patina and minor oxidation consistent with age. No structural damage.

This unique incense burner is a testament to Indian metal artistry and a rare find for collectors of antique ritual or decorative objects. It is equally suited for spiritual practice, interior décor, or as a conversation-starting centrepiece.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Declaration

The Rayman Organisation has dated this Antique Bronze Incense Burner to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1150599
Dealers Internal Reference
32-532
Description
Antique Indian Pierced Bronze Incense Burner with Bird Motif
This striking Antique Indian Pierced Bronze Incense Burner is a richly detailed piece of traditional metalwork, blending symbolic artistry with refined craftsmanship.
The Rayman Organisation

Featuring a wide, domed lid with intricate openwork and a finely cast pair of parrots perched atop the finial, this burner evokes themes of beauty, grace, and cultural symbolism deeply rooted in Indian heritage.

fig 1. An antique Indian bronze incense burner with a pierced domed lid, twin bird top finials, and three bird-shaped tripod legs.
fig 1. Antique Indian Pierced Bronze Incense Burner

The base of the vessel is supported by three elaborately sculpted peacocks with outstretched wings, forming a tripod stand that is as decorative as it is functional. The upper rim of the bowl is adorned with a finely engraved floral band, complementing the pierced lid’s pattern that allows incense smoke to escape in a slow, aromatic swirl.

fig 2. An antique Indian bronze incense burner with a pierced domed lid, twin bird top finials, and three bird-shaped tripod legs.
fig 2. Antique Indian Pierced Bronze Incense Burner

Features:

Material: Solid cast bronze with a warm, aged patina

Design: Lid features pierced foliate designs with dual parrot finial; base supported by three sculpted peacocks

Function: Lid is removable, suitable for burning incense or as a decorative accent piece

fig 3. An antique Indian bronze incense burner with a pierced domed lid, twin bird top finials, and three bird-shaped tripod legs.
fig 3. Antique Indian Pierced Bronze Incense Burner

Approximate Dimensions:

Height: 25 cm

Diameter: 19 cm

Condition: Good antique condition with natural patina and minor oxidation consistent with age. No structural damage.

This unique incense burner is a testament to Indian metal artistry and a rare find for collectors of antique ritual or decorative objects. It is equally suited for spiritual practice, interior décor, or as a conversation-starting centrepiece.

Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Date of Manufacture

The Rayman Organisation has dated this Antique Bronze Incense Burner to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1150599
Dealers Internal Ref
32-532
The Rayman Organisation
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2025
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An antique Indian bronze incense burner with a pierced domed lid, twin bird top finials, and three bird-shaped tripod legs.
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Traditional Indian censers, crafted from bronze or brass alloys, were used in religious rituals and daily household purification practices to diffuse fragrant incense smoke through hand-pierced covers.

These metal vessels were typically produced using the lost-wax casting technique, followed by hand-chasing, engraving, and precision piercing to create decorative openwork and ornamental supports.

Authentic period examples exhibit irregular hand-piercing, subtle casting variations, substantial structural weight, and natural oxidisation within deeply recessed details.

Place the censer as a tactile sculptural accent on a sideboard, shelf, or mantelpiece to bring historical character and warm metal tones into contemporary rooms.

Maintain the surface by dusting with a dry, soft cloth, avoiding harsh abrasive cleaners or chemical polishes that could strip away the historical patination and oxidisation.
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