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Bronze Brazier with Demon Face Decoration

귀면 청동로 ( 鬼面 靑銅爐 )

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Classification National Treasure
Name of Cultural Properties Bronze Brazier with Demon Face Decoration
Quantity 1 Item
Designated Date 1972.06.24
Age Goryeo
Address National Museum of Korea, 137, Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

This object (height: 12.9cm) shows that the main body of the brazier is put on a support. The mouth of the brazier has three triangular spots higher than the other side. Two handles are attached to the sides of the body. Adornments were probably attached to the handles, but they are now gone. Inscribed on the lower part of the body is a demon face with its mouth open, supposedly intended to let in wind. The support has three legs inscribed with the figures of monsters. Overall, the object has been preserved in good condition. Its appearance is similar to that of an incense burner. The opening on the lower part of the body leads one to assume that it was used as a brazier for cooking or tea making.