A Chinese-style metal censer used in East Asian cultures primarily for sacrificial rites, religious rituals, or meditation. Used to burn incense sticks (usually the red fine incense shown in the picture, also known as "incense candles") to worship gods or ancestors. It is common in Buddhist and Taoist temples as well as in home places of worship. In traditional Chinese culture, burning incense is a long-standing custom, and the incense burner is an important ritual. Burning the three incense sticks usually represents respecting the three worlds of heaven, the ground and the people, or expressing the highest respect.

It is a traditional Chinese incense burner, not only a religious ritual tool, but also an important component of Chinese traditional culture. Usually made of bronze, it has high artistic and collectible value. Bronze incense burners come in various shapes, including tripod, round cauldron, square cauldron, etc. Their surfaces are often carved with exquisite patterns, symbolizing auspiciousness and sacredness. In ancient times, bronze incense burners were mainly used for religious ceremonies, sacrificial activities, and the daily lives of the court and nobles. People express their admiration for the gods and pray for their protection by burning incense. It also reflects the ancient Chinese people's reverence for the nature of heaven and earth and their yearning for a better life.