Large copper-alloy incense burner Resting on three feet in the shape of a Buddhist lion's head, the body is decorated in two lobed reserves with deer, cranes, bees and monkeys under trees. It is flanked by two imposing handles featuring lion heads similar to those on the feet. The crane and fallow deer are symbols of longevity, while the bee and monkey symbolize the wish to be elevated to a noble rank. China, 19th century H. 31 cm - D. 32 cm