Interesting piece. i bought this on a trip to Asia many years ago. never knew exactly what it was for but i believe it's an incense burner because the lid opens up but i don't know for sure. just found it different and unlike most things out there. it's made out of metal. approx. measurement length 12 1/2 inches. the metal boxlike part on the end is 3 x 3 inches. great condition. interesting coffee table piece.