Lotus & Wu Lou Alloy Incense Holder
€29.88
A carved incense holder bearing the lotus and Wu Lou gourd, two enduring symbols in Asian iconography, made for use in Tibetan Buddhist ritual.
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Description
A thread of smoke rises straight before air currents carry it sideways, releasing a fragrance that has accompanied ritual moments across Asia for thousands of years.
The burning of incense is among the oldest continuous ritual practices recorded across cultures, documented in ancient China, India, Egypt, and the Arab world. In Tibetan Buddhist practice, incense is one of the eight traditional offerings made before a shrine, understood to purify both the immediate space and the mind of the practitioner. The lotus and the Wu Lou gourd are among the most enduring symbols in Asian iconographic tradition: the lotus evokes purity and the potential for awakening, while the Wu Lou, historically a dried gourd used as a vessel for medicinal herbs, is associated with longevity and health.
This incense holder is cast from alloy metal in a form that unites the silhouette of the Wu Lou gourd with an open lotus bloom at its base. It accommodates three incense formats: backflow cones, which direct smoke downward through an interior channel; standard incense sticks inserted vertically at the center; and coiled incense spirals placed on the upper platform. No additional fittings or adhesives are required.
Compatible with backflow incense cones, incense sticks, and coiled incense spirals. Material: alloy metal. Specific dimensions are not listed.
The alloy construction is durable and easy to clean. Suitable for use on a desk, shelf, or altar surface.
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