Ding was a type of traditional sacrificial vessel and was decorated with gold and silver in more recent times to make it more vivid in style. The craftsmanship also incorporated foreign techniques and motif styles, adapting to the resources available at the place of making and advancing with time. From these two braziers/incense burners, we can see the fusion of East-West styles and techniques spanning from ancient to recent times.
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