What is this?

This unusual apparatus is marked “Bailey, Banks and Biddle Co.” “Sterling”.
What might have been its purpose?
Inquiring minds would like to know.
Thank you and Happy Holidays.
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Poor quality picture, need more details.

It seems to be something to perfume a room or a person.

At first I thought it was a censer.

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All sides are hollow, I think it’s to add fragrance and let it exude.