A BYZANTINE BRONZE CENSOR
A BYZANTINE BRONZE CENSOR

CIRCA 5TH-6TH CENTURY A.D.

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A BYZANTINE BRONZE CENSOR
circa 5th-6th century a.d.
The hexagonal vessel on three feet, with a hinged pyramidal lid perforated on each side, surmounted by a cross with flaring arms, the upper arm with a loop for attachment of a suspension chain, with a locking mechanism composed of a swiveled hook joining to a loop opposite the hinge on the lid
6 in. (15.9 cm.) high