Chinese Yin Yang Censer Form Vessel

Two halves of a circle, divided by a single curved line.

This yin yang censer form vessel was carved in marble in China, and the record dates it to the 19th century or earlier. The yin yang symbol is commonly associated with balance and with two forces joined in one whole. A curved partition divides the round basin into two halves. The wall is smooth, and the vessel stands on three scroll-shaped feet. The stone is cream and tan with soft gray veining running through it.

About 9 inches across. Philosophy, weighing in at several pounds.