Extraordinary work of art and functional as a hanging or seated planter w/multi function decorative base. INCENSE BURNER. This was or is a rare antique thurible, incense burner so most likely in this condition, not recommended as a soup pot. There is an interior bottom (incense burned) scorched area. There are no cracks or dents. See rivets as evidence of craftsmanship, age and joined parts. Very elaborate overall, 2/ separate pieces plus some of a vintage hanging chain. Not a full long 3 part section. Just included, something to get you started Chain replaced to be more modern every day 1970s. This planter can be used to house fire, as it was an incense burner. Put a small fire for a fire pit. Versatile and quite a beauty. Hanging chain. See cut out shapes in base and sculpted handles or arms on pot. Not signed. One modification is the most recent owner he did paint the interior gold to clean it up and honor it. There was evidence of incense in it therefore the paint looks like the type that handles heat without an issue. UNSURE. See all measurements. Happy to help with answering any questions Item might be packaged in 2/parts. FREE SHIPPING. Will be packaged extremely well by professionals. We buy and sell in Eastern USA for 30 years as a family of collectors, Mother, daughter and brother team from Long Island, New York.