Old Collection Zen Mark Pumpkin Pattern Upward Ear Three-Legged Bronze Incense Burner Small Incense Burner Sencha Tea Ceremony Tools Bronze Antique CL0311

This is a small, bronze incense burner with Zen inscribed on the bottom and upturned sky-reaching ears.
It features prominent sky-reaching ears extending upwards on both sides, and the body is adorned with vertical ridges reminiscent of a pumpkin, creating a striking form. Despite its small size, the rounded body, stable three feet, and upright double ears are well-balanced, exuding an elegant presence as a piece for a study or as incense ware.
The surface displays a natural patina of brown antique color, greenish-blue rust, and scuffs from age, use, and storage, characteristic of aged bronze. The inscription Zen within a circular frame on the bottom evokes a serene atmosphere suitable for a tea room or study.
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Condition
Used, long-term storage item.
Shows scuffs, small scratches, discoloration, dullness, rust, and dirt due to age.
The interior has stains and soot-like marks from use, and the exterior has an antique bronze patina.
Please examine the images for details and make your decision with an understanding of the characteristics of antique and art objects.
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Material
Bronze
*We do not guarantee the material, age, origin, or authenticity. Please have it appraised by a professional institution if necessary.
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Design/Motif
The sky-reaching ears are a formal style of incense burner where both ears extend upwards, a refined design seen in incense burners and ritual vessels since ancient times. The shape of the ears reaching towards the sky evokes the scent of pure incense smoke and a sense of prayer, fitting well in a literati-inspired space.
The pumpkin motif on the body, with its vertical ridges on a rounded form, expresses both softness and strength. The pumpkin also has auspicious connotations of fertility and abundance, adding a gentle touch of good fortune to this small incense burner.
The Zen inscription at the bottom is a design that evokes tranquility, purity of heart, and the beauty of empty space, enhancing the spiritual aspect of this incense-burning tool.
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Size/Weight
Width including ears: approx. 5.2 cm
Mouth diameter: approx. 4.5 cm
Height: approx. 5.2 cm
Total weight: approx. 167g
*Please note that measurements are taken by amateurs and may contain slight errors.
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Recommended Points
?A charming small bronze incense burner with a Zen inscription.
?A formal and classical design with the combination of sky-reaching ears and three feet.
?A soft yet substantial presence created by the pumpkin-motif body.
?Recommended as incense ware, tea ceremony ware, study decoration, or a scholarly collectible.