Incense Collection

Strange Incense by Reginald Higgins
A rather sinister looking faun watches over a woman sleeping, unaware, in a deckchair

Jewish high priest and Levite in ancient Israel
Jewish high priest and Levite conducting a ceremony, ancient Israel. Antique hand-colored woodcut

Giant incense sticks, Chinese moon festival, Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Chesterfield Church
The spire of Chesterfield Church, Derbyshire. The Devil wound his tail around the spire, but the incense from a Mass service made him sneeze and bent the spire!

Buddha, Dharmikarama Burmese temple, Penang, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Vatican Council / 1870
The Ecclesiastical Council at Rome

Young Chinese woman praying with big burning incense sticks in her hands, Ha Chuong Hoi Quan Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Forum Romanum in ancient Rome
Procession in the Forum Romanum, ancient Rome. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

China, Hong Kong, Incense Shop Display

Hanoi, Vietnam. Incense offering at Ngoc Son Pagoda (Temple of the Jade Mound), a Buddhist temple on a small island on Hoan Kiem Lake

Incense sticks burning in Den Ngoc Son, Temple Hanoi
Incense sticks burning in Den Ngoc Son, Temple of the Jade Mountain in Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi, Vietnam

The Harem
CH53323 The Harem by Gimenez y Martin, Juan (1858-1901); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Spanish, out of copyright

Priests, High-Priest, and Levites
illustration of a Priests, High-Priest, and Levites

Devotional incense sticks burning outside the Goddess of Mercy Chinese temple (Kuan Yin Teng), built in 1728 by Chinese settlers, Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Temple, Taipei, Taiwan, Republic of China, Asia

Still life with flowers in a silver vase with perfume burners, c. 1690-99 (oil on canvas)
CTS407286 Still life with flowers in a silver vase with perfume burners, c.1690-99 (oil on canvas) by Monnoyer, Jean-Baptiste (1636-99); 137.4x164.3 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

The Death of Saint Clare, c. 1400 / 1410. Creator: Master of Heiligenkreuz
The Death of Saint Clare, c. 1400/1410

O Star of Wonder, Star of Night, c1900-1950

Thien Mu Pagoda in Hue, Vietnam
Thien Mu Pagoda, Buddhist Pagoda of the Heavenly Lady, in Hue, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Vietnam

Thien Mieu Temple
The Hue Citadel is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Painting of St. Barnabas in interior of St. Barnabas Monastery, North Cyprus, Cyprus, Europe

Monk holding an incense bowl during an Ecumenical celebration, Paris, France, Europe

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

Nudist art: Incense (b/w photo)
8632735 Nudist art: Incense (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Incense. Illustration for Nudist Art)

Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho)
8630686 Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho) by Foster, William (1852-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho)
8630779 Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho) by Foster, William (1852-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

Early Trading in Egypt (litho)
8660966 Early Trading in Egypt (litho) by Ward, Charles Daniel (1872-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Early Trading in Egypt)

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People of Egypt: Incense Burner, Mobakharati (colour litho)
8674037 People of Egypt: Incense Burner, Mobakharati (colour litho) by Thackeray, Lance (fl.1901 d.1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Incense Burner, Mobakharati)

Curiosities brought from China (engraving)
8677127 Curiosities brought from China (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Curiosities brought from China)

Galbanum or kassnih, Ferula gummosa (Ferula gambanifolia). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical
FLO4983062 Galbanum or kassnih, Ferula gummosa (Ferula gambanifolia). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Incense burnt before King Darius (550-486 BC) in Persepolis (Persia, Iran)
FLO4689552 Incense burnt before King Darius (550-486 BC) in Persepolis (Persia, Iran) - Lithograph from Le Livre des Parfums by Eugene Rimmel (1820-1887), France

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

Worshippers making offerings to a statue of Buddha or Fo in a banyan tree, Vietnam
FLO4624148 Worshippers making offerings to a statue of Buddha or Fo in a banyan tree, Vietnam. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient

Arabian balsam tree or balm of Gilead, Commiphora gileadensis (Balsamodendron ehrenbergianum)
FLO4563853 Arabian balsam tree or balm of Gilead, Commiphora gileadensis (Balsamodendron ehrenbergianum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr

Balsam fir, Abies balsamea
5855071 Balsam fir, Abies balsamea; (add.info.: Balsam fir, Abies balsamea. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Balsam of Mecca, Commiphora gileadensis
5855126 Balsam of Mecca, Commiphora gileadensis; (add.info.: Balsam of Mecca, Commiphora gileadensis. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Camphor laurel, Cinnamomum camphora. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair
FLO4985334 Camphor laurel, Cinnamomum camphora. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen's Medicinal Plants, London

Frankincense or olibanum-tree, Boswellia sacra (Boswellia carterii). Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration
FLO4995375 Frankincense or olibanum-tree, Boswellia sacra (Boswellia carterii). Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehler's Medicinal Plants

Ammoniacum, gum ammonia, ooshak, kandal or balkurai, Dorema ammoniacum. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a
FLO4983077 Ammoniacum, gum ammonia, ooshak, kandal or balkurai, Dorema ammoniacum. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Protection against contagion, 15th Century (engraving)
8663830 Protection against contagion, 15th Century (engraving) by German School, (15th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Protection against contagion, 15th Century)

Ancient Egyptian vases, tableware and furniture, including earthenware jars, incense burner, lamps, stool, throne
FLO4620659 Ancient Egyptian vases, tableware and furniture, including earthenware jars, incense burner, lamps, stool, throne, sofa and box

The Mass of Saint Gregoire - Mass of Saint Gregory. 15th c. Attributed to Juan de Nalda
CUL4876739 The Mass of Saint Gregoire - Mass of Saint Gregory. 15th c. Attributed to Juan de Nalda. Castilian Spanish-Flemish School. It comes from the Convent of Santa Clara (Palencia). Gothic Art

19th Century Japanese incense burner
3079142 19th Century Japanese incense burner; (add.info.: 19th Century bronze Japanese incense burner.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

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)

Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho)
8630748 Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho) by Foster, William (1852-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

Clove, Syzygium aromaticum
5855086 Clove, Syzygium aromaticum; (add.info.: Clove, Syzygium aromaticum. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by William Clark from John Stephenson)

Camphor tree, Cinnamomom camphora. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration by Walther Muller from Hermann
FLO4995058 Camphor tree, Cinnamomom camphora. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration by Walther Muller from Hermann Adolph Koehler's Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler

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"Unveiling the Mystique of Incense: From Ancient Rituals to Modern Traditions" Step into a world where fragrant smoke weaves tales of ancient rituals and cultural traditions. In Reginald Higgins' captivating book, "Strange Incense, " he delves into the significance of this aromatic substance that has captivated humanity for centuries. Travel back in time to ancient Israel, where incense played a vital role in religious ceremonies as Jewish high priests and Levites carefully prepared it. Imagine giant incense sticks adorning the Chinese moon festival in Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia, filling the air with an enchanting aroma. Visit Chesterfield Church and witness how incense heightens spiritual experiences during worship. Explore Dharmikarama Burmese temple in Penang, Malaysia - a serene sanctuary where Buddha is honored amidst billowing clouds of sacred smoke. Trace history's footsteps to Vatican Council in 1870 when incense became an integral part of Catholic liturgy. Marvel at a young Chinese woman fervently praying with big burning incense sticks held tightly between her hands - a poignant symbol of devotion. Transport yourself to Forum Romanum in ancient Rome, where wisps wafted through grand temples dedicated to various gods. Admire "Still life with flowers, " an exquisite painting from c. 1690-99 depicting silver vases adorned with perfume burners emitting delicate scents. Journey eastward to Hanoi, Vietnam - immerse yourself in the mesmerizing sight of Ngoc Son Pagoda's faithful offering incense as they seek blessings from Temple Jade Mound. Witness Den Ngoc Son ablaze with flickering flames from countless incenses illuminating prayers whispered into thin air. Finally, explore China's vibrant streets and stumble upon Hong Kong's bustling Incense Shop Display - shelves lined with colorful bundles waiting to be ignited by those seeking tranquility or warding off negative energies.