Censer

1830

Religious use of incense has its origins in antiquity. It symbolizes the prayer of the worshippers rising to heaven. In the Ancien Régime it was frequently used during mass not only for religious reasons, but also to disguise unpleasant smells in the church. In those days hygiene was not what it is today.

• Actors

  Buhrer, Ludovicus (Maker)

• Places and dates

  Brussels, 1830? - ? (Production)

• Materials

  Silver

• Dimensions

  • Diameter: 88 mm (Lower)
  • Height: 1070 mm (Maximum)
  • Diameter: 125 mm (Maximum)

• Category

  Ceremonial containers

• Object number

  S96/10

• IPR status

  Public domain