Cloisonne Enamel Ting-
shaped Censer with Lotus 
Decor
Ming Dynasty
(A.D. 1368-1644)
     The shape of this 
vessel is derived from a 
ritual bronze ting vessel,  
particularly the covered 
ting vessels of the Han 
dynasty.  This enamelware 
vessel was probably used 
as an incense burner.