Lion-shaped Incense Burner

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Lion-shaped Incense Burner

Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910), 19th century
Tools and Equipment; burners
Carved wood with lacquer
Overall: 4 1/2 x 6 3/8 x 3 7/8 in. (11.43 x 16.19 x 9.84 cm); .a) Cover: 1/4 x 2 3/8 x 1 7/8 in. (.64 x 6.03 x 4.76 cm); .b) Base: 4 1/2 x 6 3/8 x 3 7/8 in. (11.43 x 16.19 x 9.84 cm)
Purchased with Museum Funds (M.2000.15.144a-b)
Not currently on public view

Bibliography

  • Korean Art Collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, U.S.A. Daejeon, Republic of Korea: National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage, 2012.