Smoke feels different when it begins in a small, deliberate vessel. This purple brass incense burner is made for resin incense and charcoal tablets, holding the glowing charcoal on a removable grate so ash can fall neatly into the jar below. The golden patterning gives it a ceremonial look without making it feel heavy or ornate.
What the purple brass jar brings to the ritual
The deep purple colour links naturally with Crown chakra practice, bringing a quiet focal point to an altar, shelf or meditation space.
Golden detailing catches the light as the smoke rises, adding warmth to the cooler purple finish.
The brass body gives the jar a satisfying presence in the hand before use, while the raised base helps it sit with poise.
The removable grate keeps the charcoal above the base of the container, letting spent ash drop through as it burns.
It is made for resin and charcoal tablets, giving loose incense a proper place to smoulder rather than scatter.
Purple brass, handmade in India
The burner is made from brass and finished in a rich purple colour with golden decorative patterns. It is handmade in India, with a slightly higher base that gives the jar a more lifted, altar-like stance.
Using resin with charcoal
Place the charcoal tablet on the removable grate, light it until it glows, then allow the surface to ash over before adding a small pinch of resin. Loose resin and powdered incense do not self-light, so the charcoal provides the steady heat that releases their smoke.
Add resin sparingly at first. A little is often enough to scent the room, and adding more gradually keeps the smoke easier to manage.
Heat care for safe burning
Incense burners become very hot in use. Always place this jar on a heat-resistant base, keep it away from flammable objects, and do not touch or move it while the charcoal is burning.
After use, let the charcoal and ash cool completely before emptying the container. Wipe the brass with a dry cloth once cool, and avoid l…
region of manufacture: India