Backflow Incense Burner Snake and Skull
Ships from the UKSmoke slips through this resin and metal backflow incense burner like a scene from a dark little ritual: a coiled snake, an open jaw, and a skull waiting beneath the falling trail. Made for backflow incense cones, it turns fragrance into movement, with smoke designed to sink rather than rise.
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Smoke slips through this resin and metal backflow incense burner like a scene from a dark little ritual: a coiled snake, an open jaw, and a skull waiting beneath the falling trail. Made for backflow incense cones, it turns fragrance into movement, with smoke designed to sink rather than rise.
Backflow Incense Burner Snake and Skull
Backflow Incense Burner Snake and Skull is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
What you need with it
What it is
An incense holder keeps burning incense steady and catches its ash. Each one is made for a kind of incense: sticks, cones, backflow cones or resin on charcoal, so the first thing to check is what you burn.
Why people choose it
- Made for what you burn Stick holders, cone dishes, backflow burners and resin burners each hold one kind of incense well.
- Ash in one place Long trays and closed boxes keep the ash off the table.
- A piece for the room Carved wood, brass, soapstone and ceramic that look at home on a shelf.
- Materials that take the heat Brass, iron, soapstone and ceramic stay sound with daily use.
How to use it
- 1
Check what it holds: sticks, cones, backflow cones or resin
- 2
Set it on a flat, heat-safe surface
- 3
Empty the ash once it has cooled
Care: Let it cool before you empty the ash. Wipe wood with a dry cloth, metal with a soft one. Keep it away from curtains and paper.
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★★★★★ L.J.Glad I gave it a chance
I was worried by some of the negative reviews, but I'm glad I gave this a chance. It is beautiful, arrived safely and in one piece. The cones are large, and the smoke drifts beautifully down the platforms forming a waterfall effect....exactly as I hoped. Even a slight draft will affect this though…
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★★★★★ F.G.A great idea.... but...
I bought the green incense waterfall burner which looks aesthetically pleasing. I bought this as a gift and thought I best try it before giving it, because the reviews were a mixed bag. When I opened the bag of scented cones there wasn't much scent. I chose the lavender coloured cone but it didn't…
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★★★★★ T.K.Looks good and works well
This is a very nice-looking, solid, mountain scene for backflow incense cones. It comes with two brass effect cone holders, which allow the incense to flow down the back or front of the mountain for different looks. It looks really nice in use, but the waterfall effect will be dependant on the…
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★★★★★ S.
Ha ha! Decided to try one out at home before the Christmas market I was doing. Well, me and hubby were watching it and losing faith as nothing happened! Then as the cone burnt down it began flowing. Amazing! If only we'd read the instructions on the tub of cones before lighting it!
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★★★★★ K.T.So Jeffing impressedb
Just received this, about 10 minutes ago, for a friend's Christmas present and am so impressed. Going to buy more for birthday presents. Love this look and feel of this product. Love that you can use sticks and cones. So very impressed 10/10
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★★★★★ L.G.Small but beautiful
The item itself is lovely, small and delicate. However it is made well and is fairly sturdy. The incense that came with it aren't great but I just bought new ones as I wanted this burner! Overall very happy with my purchase.
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★★★★★ G.
Great item - although I found the cones only last for about 10 minutes - shame as you just begin to enjoy the mystical smoke coming through - but ends very quickly.
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★★★★★ S.R.Cool incense burner
Wanted one of these for a while and it looks fantastic as the smoke flows down. I would like more scent and longer burn time but you get loads of incense to burn.
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★★★★★ M.S.Awesome product
Really well impressed with this product and all the extras you get. Well worth the money and I will definitely be ordering more. Thank you seller
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★★★★★ A.
This is a gorgeous and unusual burner - looks sensational when burning incense - great gift idea will appeal to men and women alike!!
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★★★★★ J.
Amazing effect. Tranquil and mesmerising. Good price. Quality great. Easy to set up. Eco and fairly traded which is important
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★★★★★ B.
Very nice product, good size, very well packaged. However, received in black while the photo on the site is in red.
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About this product
The smoke becomes part of the scene
- The cone sits above the snake’s head, so the smoke begins at the top of the sculpted form.
- Still air lets the backflow effect gather, making the smoke fall in a slow, ghostly stream.
- The dark scaled body curls around the pale skull, giving the piece a dramatic, Gothic mood.
- The red open mouth and white fangs add sharp contrast, especially when smoke starts to move through the design.
- It suits a desk, shelf, altar space or quiet corner where the smoke can be watched without draughts disturbing it.
How the backflow effect works
Backflow cones are hollowed so the smoke can travel downwards. As the smoke cools, it becomes denser than the air around it, so gravity draws it through the burner and into the sculpted path.
This burner is for backflow incense cones only. Standard incense sticks and ordinary cones will not create the same falling smoke effect.
Resin form with a metal cone cup
The burner is made from resin and metal, with a detailed snake-and-skull design. The resin allows the scales, teeth, cracked skull lines and coiled base to be shaped with strong visual texture, while the metal cup holds the cone at the top.
Placement and care for a clean burn
Place it on a stable, heatproof surface before lighting incense. Keep it away from open windows, fans and busy walkways, as moving air breaks the smoke cascade.
Never leave burning incense unattended. After use, let the burner cool fully, then remove ash and wipe away any residue with a dry or slightly damp cloth.
Skull and serpent symbolism
Skulls appear often in Western memento mori art, where they are used as reminders of mortality and the passing of time. Snakes carry layered symbolism across many cultures, often linked with transformation because they shed their skin. Here, the two forms create a dramatic incense waterfall: not a quiet minimalist piece, but a sculptural object with shadow, movement and a sense of ceremony.
Weight and details
It weighs 551 g. The burner is made in China and comes without an incense cone.
Approximate burn time is 30 minutes when used with a suitable backflow incense cone.
A gift for lovers of dark ritual décor
It makes a striking gift for someone who enjoys incense, Gothic home décor, skull motifs or atmospheric evening rituals. The moving smoke gives it more presence than a passive ornament, especially in a quiet room.