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Moorish Incense Burner from Spain, Dated to 10th-12th Century

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Moorish incense burner from Spain, dated to 10th-12th century Spanish, 10th-12th century Measures: Burner height 20cm, width 12cm, depth 12cm Box height 23cm, width 21cm, depth 18cm This rare object is a bronze incense burner. The burner was produced in Moorish Spain sometime between the 10th and 12th century. It is thus a piece of great antiquity, and importance. The burner is comprised of two parts: a cylindrical base raised on three legs, and a domed lid with a crest finial. The lid is beautifully pierced, with openwork geometrical motifs wrought into its surface. The lid is topped by a small bird finial, which in turn supports a chain.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Diameter: 4.73 in (12 cm)
  • Style:
    Moorish (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze
  • Place of Origin:
    Spain
  • Period:
    15th Century and Earlier
  • Date of Manufacture:
    10th-12th Century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 158231stDibs: LU956320454982

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