Incense Burner in Shape of a Peacock

12th–13th century

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Caption

Incense Burner in Shape of a Peacock, 12th–13th century. Copper alloy, pierced and engraved, 10 1/2 x 11 1/2 in. (26.7 x 29.2 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Special Middle Eastern Art Fund, 70.98.1. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 70.98.1_threequarter_PS2.jpg)

Title

Incense Burner in Shape of a Peacock

Date

12th–13th century

Period

Seljuk

Medium

Copper alloy, pierced and engraved

Classification

Vessel

Dimensions

10 1/2 x 11 1/2 in. (26.7 x 29.2 cm)

Credit Line

Special Middle Eastern Art Fund

Accession Number

70.98.1

Rights

Creative Commons-BY

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