This bronze censer with skyward ears imitates the style of Guan Kiln from the Song Dynasty. “Skyward ears” represents a reverence for the gods. Called the “Son of Heaven,” the emperor of China must have reverence for the gods well as love for his people. Thus, emperors often put them in the government hall. This bronze censer was casted with good material. The delicate texture has a solid feel. The maroon coat of paint exudes a warm luster in the midst of a profound features. The circular mouth is complete, and a pair of skyward ears is situated on both sides of the mouth. With a circular dent around the neck, the bottom holds three miniature feet. The interior of the incense burner is darker, perhaps due to the incense. There is a block of regular script inscribed on the bottom that says, “Made in the Xuande Period of the Ming Dynasty”. This is an imitation work from the Qing Dynasty.