A Chinese lapis lazuli lidded incense burner. The lapis has natural pyrite veins throughout. The censer itself is round with three beast head legs. It has two dragon head handles, and the lid has a dragon finial. Dimensions are: 6 1/2 inches tall X 6 3/4 inches wide, 16.5 cm X 17.1 cm. All measurements are approximate. Condition: There is chipping throughout and natural variation to the stone. Provenance: From a Los Angeles, California estate. High resolution images can be found here.