Incense Burner, NT 287

This superb large incense burner was discovered at the site of a temple near the Baekje royal tombs on Neungsan (Neung Mountain). Its lid is decorated with a phoenix knob above a mountain range with immortals, horsemen, musicians, birds, fishes, deer, monkeys, tigers, and other animals. The body of the vessel is a lotus that is supported by a dragon stem.

The burner's overall form and decoration reflect Chinese examples from the Han through the Liang dynasties; this is the only example - although it is exceptionally fine - that has so far been found in Korea.

Additional Information:
Gilt-bronze Incense Burner of Baekje (Wikipedia).