Xuande Incense Burners: Made with strictly controlled ingredients and special processing techniques, they come in over 40 colors and are beloved for their designs.
Northern and Southern Dynasties Incense Burners: Small and exquisite, they were used for perfuming clothes as early as the Western Han Dynasty. Different types served different purposes and had varying effects on people; selection should be based on actual needs.
Classified by Material:
Bronze Incense Burners: Hard and durable, commonly used for offerings to celestial deities, frequently used in formal religious ceremonies or large temples.
Ceramic Incense Burners: Diverse shapes and rich colors, suitable for both offerings to celestial deities and home decoration, adding a cultural atmosphere.
Jade Incense Burners: Precious material and exquisite craftsmanship, usually possessing high artistic and collectible value, often used in high-end religious venues or as gifts.
Iron Incense Burners: Relatively sturdy and more affordable, used in occasions where the material of the incense burner is not particularly important.
Classification by Use
Ancestor Worship Incense Burner: Used by many families to worship their ancestors. Its placement, size, and design are determined by the size and height of the ancestral tablet, expressing respect and remembrance.
Religious Ritual Incense Burner: Used in religious places such as temples and Taoist monasteries. The appropriate material and design are chosen based on the specific religious ritual and deity, reflecting the sacredness and solemnity of the religion.
Incense burners for religious ceremonies: Used in religious places such as temples and Taoist temples. The appropriate material and shape of the incense burner are selected according to different religious ceremonies and deities to reflect the sacredness and solemnity of religion.
