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The ubiquitous motif of scholars in the midst of a remote landscape is elegantly carved on the surface of this incense holder. The openwork decoration facilitates the release of fragrance from incense sticks burning inside.
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明晚期 朱三松款高士圖香筒
Title: Incense holder with scholars in a landscape
Artist:
Zhu Sansong (active ca. 1573–1619)
Period: Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
Date: late 16th–early 17th century
Culture: China
Medium: Bamboo
Dimensions: Overall (including new wooden ends) H. 7 in. (17.8 cm)
Classification: Bamboo
Credit Line: Purchase, Friends of Asian Art Gifts, 1995
Object Number: 1995.271
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