Tibetan copper incense burner with decorations, chain & lid

Traditional Buddhist hanging incense burner for rituals & space cleansing

This Tibetan copper incense burner is a classic ritual object in Tibetan Buddhist culture. It is traditionally used for burning herbs, resins, or powdered incense – both in temples and at home altars.

The richly decorated surfaces , the hanging chain and the openwork lid combine functional incense burning practice with authentic spiritual aesthetics.

🪔 Material, shape & decorations

The vessel is made of a copper alloy (partly brass) and has a bulbous, round shape . It stands on three decorated feet that keep heat away from the surface below.

The surface is decorated with floral tendril and leaf motifs , typical of Tibetan Buddhist ritual objects. A greenish patina is visible in the indentations, giving the incense burner an antique, authentic character .

🔥 Lid & Hanging Device

• Removable, domed lid with grid-like openings.
• Even smoke distribution and good air supply
• Round decorative knob for safe removal
• Three metal chains with a central hook – for hanging or ritual swinging

The structured interior floor supports an even glow of charcoal and incense.

🌿 Use

This Tibetan copper incense burner with decorations is versatile and suitable for numerous types of incense as well as spiritual applications:

• Incense charcoal with incense powder, resins or herbs
• Loose herbs such as mugwort, lavender or cedar
• Smudge sticks (e.g., white sage, palo santo, cedar)
• Incense sticks of all kinds
• Tibetan, Indian and Japanese incense sticks
• Also suitable for thicker natural or masala chopsticks
• For meditation, rituals, and clearing of space and energy.
• As a decorative ritual object for altar, yoga room or living space

The closed body with perforated lid ensures even smoke distribution and additional safety during smoking.

📏 Mass & Weight

• Height: approx. 9 cm
• Diameter: approx. 10 cm
• Length when hung: approx. 27 cm
• Weight: approx. 190 g

✨ Note: Handmade item. Slight variations in patina, shape, and decoration are possible and emphasize the individual character of each piece.