Censer Collection

Priests, High-Priest, and Levites
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Costume / Men / Hebrewpriest
A Hebrew High Priest in ornate gold and red robes, praying with raised hands and swinging a smoking censer

Anglo Saxon grape press 114, altars 115, 116, and censers (incense burners) 117, 118
FLO4702432 Anglo Saxon grape press 114, altars 115, 116, and censers (incense burners) 117, 118. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of

The high priest in his robes
2909852 The high priest in his robes; (add.info.: The high priest in his robes. Print shows a priest, full-length portrait, standing, wearing robes, holding a censer with burning incense)

Marriage of King Henry I of England and Matilda of Scotland, 1100. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico
FLO4622976 Marriage of King Henry I of England and Matilda of Scotland, 1100. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico from Giulio Ferrario's Costumes Ancient

Censer (koro) in the Form of Hotei with His Bag, Late 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Censer (koro) in the Form of Hotei with His Bag, Late 18th-early 19th century

Censer in the Form of a Chinese Lion with Scroll and Sword Finial, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Censer in the Form of a Chinese Lion with Scroll and Sword Finial, 19th century

The Revolution in Naples - Garibaldi at the Shrine of the Virgin of Piedigrotta on the 8th... 1860. Creator: W Thomas
The Revolution in Naples - Garibaldi at the Shrine of the Virgin of Piedigrotta on the 8th September - from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860

Censer (Lu) in the Form of a Unicorn (Qilin), between 1573 and 1620. Creator: Unknown
Censer (Lu) in the Form of a Unicorn (Qilin), between 1573 and 1620

The Interior of the Dominican Church, Antwerp, Looking East, with the Procession of the... 1636
The Interior of the Dominican Church, Antwerp, Looking East, with the Procession of the Holy Sacrament, 1636

Puis l'ange prit l'encensoir (And the angel took the censer), 1899. Creator: Odilon Redon
Puis l'ange prit l'encensoir (And the angel took the censer), 1899

La Vierge aux anges, 1900. Creator: William-Adolphe Bouguereau
La Vierge aux anges, 1900. Virgin and angels

Angel with Censer, n.d. Creator: Unknown
Angel with Censer, n.d

Vase in the form of chalice, mortars and an embossed silver plated censer found in Pompeii and Herculaneum, now preserved in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples

Gothic censer in an architectural shape, located at the Cathedral Treasury Museum in Anagni. Anagni The Cathedral Treasury Museum Censer Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Two Etruscan askoi and an incense burner from the Archaic Period, displayed in the National Museum of Tarquinia Tarquinia National Museum of Tarquinia Vase, Censer Etruscan Art and Civilization

Aaron, High Priest of the Israelites, holding a censer (oil on canvas)
1762521 Aaron, High Priest of the Israelites, holding a censer (oil on canvas) by Mola, Pier Francesco (1612-66); 94.6x70.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

Baptism According to the Greek Church in Russia, engraved by W
PML143624 Baptism According to the Greek Church in Russia, engraved by W. Forrest, from World Religion, published by A. Fullarton & Co

Censer with the image of the god Tlaloc. Ceramic
Censer with the image of the god Tlaloc, the god of rain. Ceramic. Colima style (El Chanal). Early Postclassic Period (900-1250 AD). Western Mexico. Museum of the Americas. Madrid, Spain. Date: 2018

Incense burner (Sahumador). Silver. 19th century. Argentina. Museum of the Americas. Madrid, Spain. Date: 2018

The arrival of the 13th Dalai Lama (d. 1933) in India, illustration from Le Petit Journal
CHT176301 The arrival of the 13th Dalai Lama (d.1933) in India, illustration from Le Petit Journal, 20th March 1910 (colour litho) by French School

The Crowd Invades And Devastates The Church Of Giussano (Brianza) To Protest Against The Parish Priests Moving
2798509 The Crowd Invades And Devastates The Church Of Giussano (Brianza) To Protest Against The Parish Priests Moving (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Our Lady of Mount Carmel, c. 1749-1831 (water-based paint on wood panel)
BRN195812 Our Lady of Mount Carmel, c. 1749-1831 (water-based paint on wood panel) by Fresquis, Pedro Antonio (1749-1831); 31.8 x 24.1 cm; The Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Merlin and Vivien (w / c with bodycolour on paper)
Ma198554 Merlin and Vivien (w/c with bodycolour on paper) by Meteyard, Sidney (1868-1947); 47x29.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo © The Ms Gallery, London

Noahs Sacrifice, 1847-53 (oil on canvas)
LMG109235 Noahs Sacrifice, 1847-53 (oil on canvas) by Maclise, Daniel (Croquis, Alfred) (1806-70); 2.6x254 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; Leeds Museums and Galleries

Illustration of Der Zauberlehrling, from Goethes Werke, 1882 (wood engraving)
5914891 Illustration of Der Zauberlehrling, from Goethes Werke, 1882 (wood engraving) by Barth, Ferdinand (1842-92); Private Collection

Exhibition koro, c. 1873 (bronze)
5978256 Exhibition koro, c.1873 (bronze) by Suzuki Masayoshi (fl.c.1873); height: 190 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: With dark green-brown patination)

An Angel with a Thurible (oil on panel)
AGN362042 An Angel with a Thurible (oil on panel) by Strigel, Bernhard (1460-1528); 48x60 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Agnew s, London

Tripod Censer, Jin dynasty (1115-1234), 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Tripod Censer, Jin dynasty (1115-1234), 13th century

Censer with Dragons amid Stylized Clouds, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing reign mark and period (1522-1566)

Censer in the Form of an Ancient Bronze Tripod Cauldron (ding), Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Censer in the Form of an Ancient Bronze Rectangular Cauldron (Fangding), Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Tripod Incense Burner (Censer), Northern Song or Jin dynasty, c12th / 13th century
Tripod Incense Burner (Censer), Northern Song (960-1127) or Jin dynasty (1115-1234), c. 12th/13th century

Tripod Incense Burner (Censer) with Peony-Leaf Scrolls, Netlike Petals... c
Tripod Incense Burner (Censer) with Peony-Leaf Scrolls, Netlike Petals, and Masklike Legs, Northern Song (960-1127) or Jin dynasty (1115-1234), c. 12th century

Tripod Incense Burner (Censer), Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279). Creator: Unknown
Tripod Incense Burner (Censer), Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)

Covered Tripod Incense Burner (Censer) with Foliate Scrolls and Leafy Tendrils, Northern Song dynasty (960-1127)

Cylindrical Tripod Censer (Incense Burner) with Cloud-Scroll Feet, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)

Tripod Incense Burner (Censer) with Monster-Head Feet and Loop Handles, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)

Censur in the Form of an Ancient Bronze Cauldron (fangding), Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
Censer in the Form of an Ancient Bronze Cauldron (fangding), Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Censer in the Form of Ancient Bronze Tureen (gui), Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Assumption of the Virgin, 16th century. Creator: Marcellus Coffermans
Assumption of the Virgin, 16th century

Regina Angelorum, 1900 (oil on canvas)
5900117 Regina Angelorum, 1900 (oil on canvas) by Bouguereau, William-Adolphe (1825-1905); Musee du Petit Palais, Paris, France; Photo eFine Art Images; French, out of copyright

Perfume burner in the shape of a Chinese lion (bronze)
5914887 Perfume burner in the shape of a Chinese lion (bronze) by Japanese School, (18th-19th century); 31.6x14.5 cm; Photo ePhoto Josse; Japanese, out of copyright

The Death of the Virgin, From the Altarpiece of the Dominicans in Frankfurt
3956459 The Death of the Virgin, From the Altarpiece of the Dominicans in Frankfurt, 1501 (mixed media on fir) by Holbein the Elder, Hans (1460/5-1524); 167.5 x 151.5 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel

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The censer, a significant symbol in various religious practices and historical events, holds great cultural and spiritual importance. Used by priests, high-priests, and Levites alike, this ornate object plays a vital role in rituals around the world. In ancient Hebrew traditions, the censer was an essential part of the costume worn by men serving as Hebrew priests. Adorned with intricate designs and often made of precious metals such as silver or ceramic like the image of Tlaloc on one particular censer from Argentina dating back to the 19th century. During World War I, even cartoons depicted "The Censor at Work, " highlighting how censorship affected society during times of conflict. The power held by those who controlled information was evident in this satirical portrayal. In biblical artistry, Aaron is frequently depicted holding a censer as he served as High Priest for the Israelites. This oil on canvas painting captures his sacred duty within their religious ceremonies. Across different cultures and religions worldwide, incense burners known as thuribles are used during worship services to release fragrant smoke into the air. These beautifully crafted vessels enhance spiritual experiences through scent and visual aesthetics. Historical moments were also marked by the presence of a censer. An illustration from Le Petit Journal showcases "The arrival of the 13th Dalai Lama" in India during March 1910. This colorful lithograph depicts an important event that shaped Tibetan history. Artistic masterpieces have also immortalized scenes involving a censer. One such example is found in "The Adoration of Mystic Lamb" panel from Ghent Altarpiece painted in 1432 where lower half details show its significance within religious devotion. From ancient rituals to modern-day customs across diverse cultures worldwide, it is clear that the use of a censer transcends time and geography. Its presence evokes reverence while adding beauty to both sacred spaces and artistic representations.