A handmade cast-glass incense burner crowned by a seated qilin, the mythical guardian of good fortune, its mane and body worked in swirling cloud scrolls. The lid, pierced with ruyi-cloud openings, sits on a frosted footed base carved with clouds and lotus.
The glass begins clear and frosted white. With many uses, the warmth and smoke of burning incense gradually season it to a rich amber, so each piece slowly takes on a character of its own, as seen in the photos.
As incense burns, fragrant smoke drifts up through the openings, making it a beautiful centerpiece for the tea table or study.
A handmade cast-glass incense burner crowned by a seated qilin, the mythical guardian of good fortune, its mane and body worked in swirling cloud scrolls. The lid, pierced with ruyi-cloud openings, sits on a frosted footed base carved with clouds and lotus.
The glass begins clear and frosted white. With many uses, the warmth and smoke of burning incense gradually season it to a rich amber, so each piece slowly takes on a character of its own, as seen in the photos.
As incense burns, fragrant smoke drifts up through the openings, making it a beautiful centerpiece for the tea table or study.
