The censer is modelled after an archaic bronze ritual vessel and is carved and pierced with four handles modelled as mythical beasts. It is supported on spreading foot, the exterior finely carved in shallow relief with taotie mask, the cover further carved with an openwork coiled dragon finial. The stone is of light yellow tone with russet inclusions. Qing Dynasty Qianlong period. 清乾隆 黃玉御用仿古饕餮紋獸耳爐