Incense Burner in the Form of an Archaic Ritual Bronze 'Chŏng' (Chinese, 'Ding') Tripod Vessel
possibly 12th century
Dimensions
H. 5.8 x Diam. 6.3 cm (2 5/16 x 2 1/2 in.)
Provenance
Gregory (1922-1988) and Maria C. Henderson (1923-2007), Medford, MA (by 1969-1988), inherited; by Maria C. Henderson, Medford, MA (1988-1991), partial gift and partial purchase; to Harvard University Art Museums, 1991.
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