Vintage Brass Bird Censer / Incense Burner

This is a vintage avian-form incense burner, likely of Middle Eastern or South Asian origin (possibly Persian or Indian style). The piece is constructed from cast brass and displays a deep, naturally aged patina with greenish-brown tones and visible oxidation in recessed areas. The bird features a crest on its head, stylized incised patterns around the neck, and intricate openwork piercings throughout the body and wings to allow for smoke ventilation. It stands on two thin, cast metal legs. The construction appears to involve multiple cast components joined together, typical of mid-20th-century decorative metalwork. Notable physical characteristics include the pointed beak which also functions as an orifice, and decorative geometric etching across the chest. Condition-wise, the item shows significant surface wear, minor pitting, and a heavy patina that suggests age and frequent handling or exposure to the elements. There are no immediate visible maker's marks or signatures in the provided front-facing view. The stylistic elements lean towards a traditional folk-art interpretation of a peacock or mythical bird, often produced as functional decorative export ware during the 1950s to 1970s. The craftsmanship is solid but rustic, indicating a handcrafted quality rather than mass industrial production.