Antique Orthodox Brass Censer – Handcrafted Church Incense Burner with Cross Finial Bronze Metal

This is an Antique Orthodox Brass Censer (Thurible), traditionally used during liturgical services in the Eastern Orthodox Church. Crafted from solid brass, the censer features a pierced dome lid with Gothic-style cutouts for ventilation, and is topped with a cross finial, symbolizing its sacred function.

The censer opens on a hand-hinged lid, revealing an inner bowl where incense and charcoal would be placed. The interior shows signs of authentic ecclesiastical use, and the handcrafted rivets and tooling marks suggest early to mid-20th century origin, though similar styles have been used for centuries.

Orthodox censers are typically swung by chains in larger models; this smaller tabletop version may have been intended for private devotional use, small chapels, or as a travel censer.

Features:

• Type: Orthodox Christian Censer / Incense Burner

• Material: Solid brass

• Design: Pierced lid with cross finial and hinged mechanism

• Function: Tabletop incense burning for prayer rituals, blessing homes, or small church ceremonies

• Condition: Vintage patina, working hinge, with signs of ritual use

• Size: Approx. 6–8 inches tall (visual estimate; message for exact measurements)

Perfect for:

• Orthodox Christian home altars

• Church liturgical supplies

• Collectors of religious antiques

• Spiritual décor and devotional practice