Incense Burner of Amir Saif al-Dunya wa’l-Din ibn Muhammad al-Mawardi dated 577/ 1181–82 Ja`far ibn Muhammad ibn `Ali Zoomorphic incense burners were popular during the Seljuq period. This lion-shaped example is exceptional for its monumental scale, the refinement of its engraved ornament, and the wealth of information provided by the Arabic calligraphic bands inscribed on its body. These include the names of the patron and the artist, as well as the date of manufacture. The head is removable so that coal and incense could be placed inside, and the body and neck are pierced so that t
Incense Burner of Amir Saif al-Dunya wa’l-Din ibn Muhammad al-Mawardi dated 577/ 1181–82 Ja`far ibn Muhammad ibn `Ali Zoomorphic incense burners were popular during the Seljuq period. This lion-shaped example is exceptional for its monumental scale, the refinement of its engraved ornament, and the wealth of information provided by the Arabic calligraphic bands inscribed on its body. These include the names of the patron and the artist, as well as the date of manufacture. The head is removable so that coal and incense could be placed inside, and the body and neck are pierced so that the scented smoke could escape. The lion certainly would have been at home in a palatial setting. Listen to experts illuminate this artwork's story Listen Play or pause #904. Kids: Incense Burner of Amir Saif al-Dunya wa'l-Din ibn Muhammad al-Mawardi Supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies We're sorry, the transcript for this audio track is not available at this time. We are working to make it available as soon as Incense Burner of Amir Saif al-Dunya wa’l-Din ibn Muhammad al-Mawardi 451042
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