What are incense burners called?

Incense burners go by a few different names; censer, thurible, perfume burner or a pastille burner. They’re all used for burning perfume in some solid form and vary in size, shape, appearance and purpose. They’ve often been used in religious ceremonies and for special occasions. Shop a range of antique and modern incense burners on 1stDibs.

What is a Chinese incense burner?

A Chinese incense burner, also called a censer, is a bowl made to hold burning incense. Censers were crafted from bronze, copper, porcelain or stone and often filled with dried aromatic plants and essential oils. Find an assortment of censers on 1stDibs.

How do flowing incense burners work?

Flow incense burners work because of a hole drilled into incense cones. They direct the smoke produced by the cone downward, allowing it to form visually appealing plumes along the burners. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique and vintage incense burners.

How do I use an antique incense burner?

All incense burners work roughly the same, whether antique or contemporary. Usually the incense is placed inside the burner and lit, then a lid may be lowered, if there is one. The smoke will then filter out through holes in the lid. Shop a range of antique and modern incense burners on 1stDibs.

Meiji Incense Burner

Japanese Censer

Meiji Koro

Japanese Satsuma Koro

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Bird

Fine 19th Century Meiji Japanese Bronze Censer / Incense Burner

$4,500

Fine 19th Century Meiji Japanese Bronze Censer / Incense Burner

Located in New York, NY

Finely modeled and cast antique (19th century) Meiji period Japanese bronze censer (incense burner) featuring a cover with wonderful details of an eagle and dragon stalking an exotic...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Pair 19th Century Japanese Meiji Bronze Censer, Incense Burners

$1,995 / set

Pair 19th Century Japanese Meiji Bronze Censer, Incense Burners

Located in Germantown, MD

Pair of 19th Century Japanese Meiji Bronze Censer, Incense Burners. Measures 3" in width, 3" in depth and 9" in height.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Earthenware Koro Incense Burner by Kinkozan

$3,379

Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Earthenware Koro Incense Burner by Kinkozan

By Kinkozan

Located in Newark, England

This Japanese Satsuma koro (incense burner) by Kinkozan dates to the Meiji period, circa 1890.

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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Japanese Meiji Bronze Champlevé Enamel Incense Burner, Geisha & Ryu/Shishi

$9,880

Japanese Meiji Bronze Champlevé Enamel Incense Burner, Geisha & Ryu/Shishi

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Champlevé Enamel Incense Burner w/ Geisha & Ryu/Shishi Presenting a splendid masterpiece from the revered Meiji Period, behold an exquisite Japanese br...

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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Jars

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji Kutani Kannon on Shishi Incense Burner

$2,007

Antique Japanese Meiji Kutani Kannon on Shishi Incense Burner

Located in Nottingham, GB

A striking Japanese Kutani porcelain incense burner dating to the Meiji period, modelled as Kannon seated upon a sculptural shishi lion.

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Antique Late 19th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Meiji Bronze Goose Koro Incense Burners, a Pair

$1,500

Japanese Meiji Bronze Goose Koro Incense Burners, a Pair

Located in Downingtown, PA

Japanese Meiji Bronze Goose Koro Incense Burners, a Pair Meiji Period, Late 19th Century This pair of Japanese bronze koro, or incense burners, is modeled as two standing geese, the...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Japanese Silver Incense Burner, Akoda Koro, by Nomura, Meiji Period, Japan

$2,700

Japanese Silver Incense Burner, Akoda Koro, by Nomura, Meiji Period, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A lovely and luxurious Japanese silver incense burner of lobed melon form, akoda koro, marked jungin and signed Nomura, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan.

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Vintage 1910s Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Japanese Meiji Bronze Tōba on Mule Figural Incense Burner Koro, Late 19c

$2,550

Japanese Meiji Bronze Tōba on Mule Figural Incense Burner Koro, Late 19c

Located in Richmond, CA

A finely cast Japanese bronze figural incense burner, or koro, depicting the celebrated Chinese poet and scholar Su Dongpo, known in Japan as Tōba, riding upon his mule.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Meiji Signed Japanese Figural Woman & Lantern Incense Burner with Base

$5,500

Antique Meiji Signed Japanese Figural Woman & Lantern Incense Burner with Base

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

It is presumed this bronze was originally designed as a figural incense burner, which has since been converted to an electrified light given the hole in the back of the lantern's base.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Yellow Ground Incense Burner with Flowers and Birds Cloisonné Enamel Meiji Era

$2,796

Yellow Ground Incense Burner with Flowers and Birds Cloisonné Enamel Meiji Era

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Top quality incense burner Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th century Additional information: Material: Bronze & Metal Primary Material: Bronze & Cloisonne Region of Origin: Japan Period: ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Large Japanese Bronze Koro Incense Burner, Meiji Period, 19th Century, Japan

$5,200

Large Japanese Bronze Koro Incense Burner, Meiji Period, 19th Century, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A large and fantastic Japanese cast bronze incense burner, koro, with high relief design, Meiji period, late 19th century, Japan.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Satsuma Incense Burner, Koro, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century, Japan

$3,200

Japanese Satsuma Incense Burner, Koro, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A fine and elegant Japanese Satsuma tripod incense burner, koro, with pierced metal lid, signed Eizan (?)

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Silver, Metal

Huge Antique Meiji Japanese Bronze Shou Lao - Jurojin and Deer Incense Burner

$9,586

Huge Antique Meiji Japanese Bronze Shou Lao - Jurojin and Deer Incense Burner

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very large and top quality Meiji period Incense burner of Jurojin - Shou Lao and a deer God of longevity associated with the Canopus star of the South Pole.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Japanese Satsuma Incense Burner, Koro, with Silver Lid, Meiji Period, Japan

$2,400

Japanese Satsuma Incense Burner, Koro, with Silver Lid, Meiji Period, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A fantastic Japanese Satsuma incense burner, koro, with phoenix and brocade designs and a silver lid, Meiji Period, late 19th century, Japan.

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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Silver

Incense Burner, Japan, 19th Century

$4,183

Incense Burner, Japan, 19th Century

Located in PARIS, FR

Beautiful incense burner in the shape of a straw basket with a praying mantis sitting on top. Bronze, Japan 19th century. Good condition, oxidation, one leg missing from the prayi...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Urns

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Bronze Goose Incense Burner

$2,400

Antique Japanese Bronze Goose Incense Burner

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Antique Japanese bronze incense burner in the charming cast form of a goose, standing on both webbed feet, broad body serving as the incense burning receptacle with long outstretched...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Cup or Incense Burner Choshuzan Workshop

$1,049

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Cup or Incense Burner Choshuzan Workshop

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Satsuma Incense Burner Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Japanese Style: Satsuma Region of Origin: Japan Period: 19th century, 20th century Meiji Periode (1867-1...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Small Japanese Satsuma Incense Burner, Koro, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century

$1,200

Small Japanese Satsuma Incense Burner, Koro, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A fine Japanese Satsuma stoneware incense burner, koro, Meiji Period, late 19th century, Japan.

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Antique 1890s Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Pair of Antique Japanese Meiji Era Bronze Elephant and Pagoda Incense Burners

$243,327 / set

Pair of Antique Japanese Meiji Era Bronze Elephant and Pagoda Incense Burners

Located in London, GB

Pair of antique Japanese Meiji era bronze elephant and pagoda incense burners Japanese, Late 19th Century Sculpture: Height 151cm, width 122cm, depth 43cm Base: Height 56cm, width 82...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Japanese Meiji Bronze Koro Incense Burner with Takaramono Relief, c. 1880-1910

$1,500

Japanese Meiji Bronze Koro Incense Burner with Takaramono Relief, c. 1880-1910

Located in New York, NY

A fine and richly cast Japanese bronze koro, or incense burner, dating to the Meiji period, circa 1880–1910.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Edo-Meiji Period Satsuma Incense Burner (Koro) and Wooden Support Table

$2,700 / set

Japanese Edo-Meiji Period Satsuma Incense Burner (Koro) and Wooden Support Table

Located in North Miami, FL

Japanese 19th century Edo-Meiji Period Satsuma stoneware incense burner (Koro) with small wooden support table By: unknown Material: ceramic, stoneware, wood, enamel, paint Techniqu...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Antiquities

Materials

Enamel

Pair of Japanese Meiji Bronze Tripod Koro Incense Burners with Foo Dog Finials

$1,723

Pair of Japanese Meiji Bronze Tripod Koro Incense Burners with Foo Dog Finials

Located in Nottingham, GB

Origin: Japan Date: Circa 1880–1910 Period: Meiji Period Style: Japanese / Meiji Material: Patinated bronze Type: Koro / Incense Burners Meiji Period 1868-1912 Dimensi...

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Antique Late 19th Century Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Antique Edo/Meiji 19th c Fish Incense Burners Okimono Bronze Japanese Statue

$2,007

Antique Edo/Meiji 19th c Fish Incense Burners Okimono Bronze Japanese Statue

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Country of origin: Japan Age: Edo/Meiji Period 19th century Size: 11 cm high Condition: Good condition. SIze: 19x11cm Period 19th century

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Meiji Period Patinated Bronze Tripod Vase or Incense Burner with Bird a

$1,914

Japanese Meiji Period Patinated Bronze Tripod Vase or Incense Burner with Bird a

Located in Madrid, ES

Refined Japanese bronze vase or incense burner, dating to the Meiji period (1868–1912), featuring a rich brown patina and elegant naturalistic decoration.

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Antique 1870s Vases

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Black Bronze Japanese Candleholders Incense Burner

$650 / set

Pair of Black Bronze Japanese Candleholders Incense Burner

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Oriental antique late 19th century Meiji period Japanese heavy black bronze candlesticks incense burner, censer decorated with Foo dogs, dragon, scenic cartouches depicting various b...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese bronze incense burner, in the form of a bird

$4,200

Antique Japanese bronze incense burner, in the form of a bird

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Antique Japanese bronze incense burner, in the form of a bird perched on one foot on a tall rocky outcropping, the bird’s head looking back with open mouth and pierced removable wing...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Rare Japanese Porcelain Incense Burner with Inlays Makuzu Kozan

$8,800

Rare Japanese Porcelain Incense Burner with Inlays Makuzu Kozan

By Makuzu Kozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

A porcelain incense burner (koro) made by Japanese potter Makuzu Kozan (also known as Miyagawa Kozan, 1842-1916) circa 1890s-1900s (end of Meiji Period).

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Koro Incense Burner with Takara-Mono

$4,500

Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Koro Incense Burner with Takara-Mono

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fine quality Japanese cloisonne covered koro or incense burner, Meiji era, 1868 to 1912. The piece features cloisonne handles and cover.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Japanese antique pottery small incense burner/bonsai pot/1868-1920

$700

Japanese antique pottery small incense burner/bonsai pot/1868-1920

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is believed to be a small incense burner made in Japan during the Meiji and early Taisho periods (1868-1920).

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

19th-century Japanese Bronze Incense Burner in the Archaistic Chinese Style

$1,250

19th-century Japanese Bronze Incense Burner in the Archaistic Chinese Style

Located in San Francisco, CA

This is an exceptionally beautiful, heavily detailed Japanese bronze incense burner, known as a koro (香炉), dating to the Meiji Period (1868–1912).

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Top Quality large Yellow ground Incense burner with flowers and birds cloisonne

$7,838

Top Quality large Yellow ground Incense burner with flowers and birds cloisonne

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Top quality incense burner Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th century Interesting article about Japanese Cloisonne can be found here; https://www.sothebys. com/en/articles/japanese-cloisonn...

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Antique 19th Century Dutch Meiji Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese Bronze / copper Statue Incense Burner Fisherman on a fish

$1,759

Antique Japanese Bronze / copper Statue Incense Burner Fisherman on a fish

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

a very nice statue of a fisherman on a fish Condition 40 x 35 cm. Good condition with sign of ware. Period 19th century

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Japanese Bronze Koro ‘Incense Burner’ in the Shape of a Turkey

$7,200

Japanese Bronze Koro ‘Incense Burner’ in the Shape of a Turkey

Located in Hudson, NY

Meiji period (1868-1912) bronze, with removable top, stylized geometric shape and silver inlay. Signature reads: Miharu Kadayashi.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Antique Iwayaki Earthenware Edo Incense Burner of a Turtle 19th Century Japan

$2,156

Antique Iwayaki Earthenware Edo Incense Burner of a Turtle 19th Century Japan

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description Nicely made and large incense burner or Okimono of a turtle. In earthenware with nice patina.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

Japanese Okimono Incense Holder Sticks Bronze Statue Meiji Era, 1868-1912

$654

Japanese Okimono Incense Holder Sticks Bronze Statue Meiji Era, 1868-1912

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Japan - MeuiI period (1868 - 1912) bronze Okimono turtle incense burner Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th century Additional information: Material: Bronze, Cloisonne & Metal Region of Or...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Silver Enamel Incese Burner (Koro) Meiji Period

$6,400

Japanese Silver Enamel Incese Burner (Koro) Meiji Period

By Sanju Saku

Located in Sarasota, FL

Japanese silver and enamel Incense Burner (Koro) Meiji era (1868-1912), late 19th century.

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Antique 1890s Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Silver

Meiji Period Japanese Kutani Censer Decorated with Figures In Exotic Landscape

$750

Meiji Period Japanese Kutani Censer Decorated with Figures In Exotic Landscape

Located in San Francisco, CA

An unusual Japanese Meiji period lidded incense burner or censer with reticulated ovoid body and cap, decorated with a cream background and traditionally garbed people in tones of oc...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese Silver Koro with Phoenix and Shishi Finial, Meiji Period Style

$2,108Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Japanese Silver Koro with Phoenix and Shishi Finial, Meiji Period Style

Located in Wembley, GB

Antique Japanese Silver Koro with Phoenix and Shishi Finial, Meiji Period Style, Highly Collectible A magnificent antique Japanese silver koro (incense burner), exquisitely crafted u...

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Antique 1880s Japanese Japonisme Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver

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Japanese Bronze Crane Incense Burner, Meiji Period

Unavailable

H 18 in W 8 in D 7.5 in

Japanese Bronze Crane Incense Burner, Meiji Period

Located in New York, NY

Japanese bronze incense burner in the unusual form of two cranes on a rocky outcropping each standing with necks outstretched to the heavens, the larger crane with removable wings se...

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Large Japanese Bronze Incense Burner, Japan Meiji Period

Unavailable

H 16.15 in Dm 7.88 in

Large Japanese Bronze Incense Burner, Japan Meiji Period

Located in Saverne, Grand Est

Exceptional incense burner in finely chiseled patinated bronze. The barrel with a rotating decoration of birds and branches is supported by three shishis. Two other Fô lions serve as...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Bronze Incense Burner (Koro) from the Meiji Period

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H 65.5 in Dm 14.75 in

Japanese Bronze Incense Burner (Koro) from the Meiji Period

Located in Corona Del Mar, CA

A beautifully detailed bronze incense burner or Koro, from the Meiji Period circa 19th century.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Bronze Goose Incense Burner

Unavailable

H 10.75 in W 6.75 in D 3.25 in

Japanese Bronze Goose Incense Burner

Located in New York, NY

Antique Japanese bronze incense burner in the charming cast form of a goose, standing on both webbed feet, broad body serving as the incense burning receptacle with long outstretched...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Bronze Bird Form Incense Burner

Unavailable

H 10 in W 4 in D 3 in

Japanese Bronze Bird Form Incense Burner

Located in New York, NY

Antique Japanese bronze incense burner, in the form of a bird perched on one foot on a tall rocky outcropping, the bird’s head looking back with open mouth and pierced removable wing...

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Antique 1870s Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Large 19th Century Japanese Meiji Bronze Elephant Incense Burners

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 26 in D 13.5 in

Pair of Large 19th Century Japanese Meiji Bronze Elephant Incense Burners

Located in Suffolk, GB

A large superbly fine pair of late 19th century Japanese Meiji bronze elephant incense burners or koro with pagoda temple covers.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japan Meiji Period Bronze Pair of Birds Sitting on a Branch, Incense Burner

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H 11.82 in W 4.73 in D 634.65 in

Japan Meiji Period Bronze Pair of Birds Sitting on a Branch, Incense Burner

Located in Hamburg, DE

unusual Pair of incense Burner Meiji Japan, 1868-1911 The birds are in three pieces (see Picture)

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Early 20th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Bronze Egret Incense Burner, Early 20th Century

Unavailable

H 11 in W 7.25 in D 4.5 in

Antique Japanese Bronze Egret Incense Burner, Early 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

Japanese bronze incense burner in the charming cast form of a stylized egret standing on one leg with the left leg extended up and forward, the head held back with the long beak poin...

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Meiji bronze Perfume Incense Burner

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H 18.51 in W 14.18 in D 14.97 in

Japanese Meiji bronze Perfume Incense Burner

Located in Milano, IT

Detailed information: Exceptional finely chiselled Japanese patinated bronze censer from the Meiji period, with high relief design. The shaft, with a rotating decoration of snakes an...

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Antique 1830s Japanese Meiji Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Meiji Period Kakiemon Porcelain Incense Burner of Daruma

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H 8 in W 4 in D 3.5 in

Japanese Meiji Period Kakiemon Porcelain Incense Burner of Daruma

Located in Astoria, NY

Japanese Meiji period Late 19th Century Kakiemon porcelain incense burner with Daruma, the founder of Zen Buddhism atop the lid.

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Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Koro Incense Burner Kinkozan

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H 2.56 in W 4.14 in D 2.29 in

Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Koro Incense Burner Kinkozan

By Kinkozan

Located in Newark, England

MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912) From our Japanese collection, we are delighted to offer this unusual shaped Japanese Satsuma Koro Incense Burner by Kinkozan.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Satsuma Incense Burner

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H 5 in W 4 in D 4 in

Satsuma Incense Burner

Located in New Orleans, LA

This Japanese Satsuma incense burner is a decorative work of art from the Meiji period, distinguished by its exquisite craftsmanship and intricate detailing.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

Cloisonné Bronze Incense Burner, Japan, Meiji Period, '1868-1912'

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H 17.33 in Dm 17.33 in

Cloisonné Bronze Incense Burner, Japan, Meiji Period, '1868-1912'

Located in Milano, IT

Big bronze incense burner with shippo type cloisonné enamel decorations of musicians and writer in the garden on the central band. Lid embellished with fretwork and with pommel shape...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Bronze

Fine quality 19th Century Meiji Japanese Bronze Censer / Incense Burner

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H 30 in W 20 in D 13 in

Fine quality 19th Century Meiji Japanese Bronze Censer / Incense Burner

Located in New York, NY

Finely modeled and cast antique (19th century) Meiji period Japanese bronze censer (incense burner) featuring a cover with wonderful details of an eagle and dragon stalking an exotic...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Bronze Incense Burner, Koro, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan

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H 6.5 in W 7 in D 4.25 in

Japanese Bronze Incense Burner, Koro, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A darling and charming small Japanese cast bronze incense burner, koro, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan.

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Scholar's Objects

Materials

Bronze

Meiji Japanese Gilt and Inlaid Patinated Bronze Censer Koro Incense Burner

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H 21.5 in W 12.5 in D 9.5 in

Meiji Japanese Gilt and Inlaid Patinated Bronze Censer Koro Incense Burner

Located in New York, NY

Meiji period Japanese koro censer (incense burner) exhibiting the finest craftsmanship.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Rare Japanese Hexagonal Kutani Pottery Incense Burner Meiji Period

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H 13 in Dm 9.06 in

Rare Japanese Hexagonal Kutani Pottery Incense Burner Meiji Period

Located in Prahran, Victoria

A large, rare and colourful Japanese hexagonal Aode style Kutani pottery incense burner with tripod legs and a splendid phoenix finial, wing outstretched, complete with yellow, teal ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Antique Edo/Meiji 19C Fish Incense Burner/Vase Okimono Bronze Japanese

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H 8.08 in Dm 3.94 in

Antique Edo/Meiji 19C Fish Incense Burner/Vase Okimono Bronze Japanese

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Nicely made Okimono. Good condition. Size: 20.5CM high Condition No damages, just some very minimal ware. Size: 20.5CM high Period 19th century

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Gilt Bronze Dragon Koro Censer incense Burner 1880

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H 13.5 in W 10 in D 7.5 in

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Gilt Bronze Dragon Koro Censer incense Burner 1880

Located in Portland, OR

A good antique Japanese gilt bronze Meiji period dragon koro, incense burner, circa 1880.

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Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Monumental Japanese Bronze Incense Burner, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century

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H 97.25 in W 29.53 in D 23.63 in

Monumental Japanese Bronze Incense Burner, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century

Located in London, GB

A fine Japanese Meiji period incense burner surmounted by an eagle on rockwork above a vase-shaped, dragon on each side, raised on a circular base with six feet.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Bronze Deer Incense Burner, Koro, Meiji Period, late 19th c, Japan

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H 11.5 in W 7.5 in D 3.5 in

Japanese Bronze Deer Incense Burner, Koro, Meiji Period, late 19th c, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

An elegant and ethereal Japanese bronze censer, koro, in the form of a deer, Meiji Period, late 19th century, Japan. The deer is portrayed standing upon thin, spindly legs, one leg ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Bronze Incense Burner in the Shape of an Elephant, Meiji Period

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H 7.49 in W 13 in D 8.27 in

Antique Japanese Bronze Incense Burner in the Shape of an Elephant, Meiji Period

Located in Prahran, Victoria

Unusually large Japanese cast bronze 'koro' incense burner in the form of a recumbent elephant with finely modeled details and a pierced silver cover, Meiji period, late 19th century...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Hirado Incense Burner with Figural Decoration, 19C

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H 2.17 in Dm 2.92 in

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Hirado Incense Burner with Figural Decoration, 19C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

This is a nicely shaped incense burner is in pristine condition A handmade, hand painted porcelain item with underglaze Blue enamel.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Very Fine Japanese Ceramic Incense Burner (Kōro)

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H 6.7 in Dm 5.91 in

Very Fine Japanese Ceramic Incense Burner (Kōro)

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Details • Origin: Japan • Type: Ceramic incense burner (kōro) • Period: Meiji to early Showa period (late 19th–early 20th century) • Material: Mustard-yellow glazed ceramic • Si...

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Antique 19th Century Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Japanese Bronze Duck Incense Burner

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H 2 in W 7.5 in D 4.5 in

19th Century Japanese Bronze Duck Incense Burner

Located in Chicago, IL

This exquisite 19th-century Japanese Meiji bronze incense burner, artfully crafted in the form of a pair of ducks gliding gracefully on a serene pond, is a testament to the skilled a...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Japanese Bronze Gourd Incense Burner

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H 7 in Dm 5 in

19th Century Japanese Bronze Gourd Incense Burner

Located in Chicago, IL

A remarkable 19th century Japanese Meiji cast bronze gourd incense burner with a pierced top with stem handle and supported on three legs, each being a branch with leaves and one wit...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Bronze Dragon and Phoenix Incense Burner

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H 30 in Dm 17 in

Japanese Bronze Dragon and Phoenix Incense Burner

Located in Astoria, NY

Japanese bronze censor, with phoenix birds on either side of the vessel, with bas reliefs of dragons and phoenixes, supported by four legs atop a circular base with turtles among roc...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Bronze / copper Statue Incense Burner Quaill

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H 4.73 in Dm 0.04 in

Antique Japanese Bronze / copper Statue Incense Burner Quaill

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

a very nice statue of a fisherman on a fish Condition Good condition, the mouth seems to have been filled. 12cm Period 19th century

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

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Metal, Bronze

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Prices for a meiji incense burner can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $650 and can go as high as $33,385, while the average can fetch as much as $3,339.

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Questions About Meiji Incense Burner

What are incense burners called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Incense burners go by a few different names; censer, thurible, perfume burner or a pastille burner. They’re all used for burning perfume in some solid form and vary in size, shape, appearance and purpose. They’ve often been used in religious ceremonies and for special occasions. Shop a range of antique and modern incense burners on 1stDibs.
What is a Chinese incense burner?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Chinese incense burner, also called a censer, is a bowl made to hold burning incense. Censers were crafted from bronze, copper, porcelain or stone and often filled with dried aromatic plants and essential oils. Find an assortment of censers on 1stDibs.
How do flowing incense burners work?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Flow incense burners work because of a hole drilled into incense cones. They direct the smoke produced by the cone downward, allowing it to form visually appealing plumes along the burners. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique and vintage incense burners.
How do I use an antique incense burner?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
All incense burners work roughly the same, whether antique or contemporary. Usually the incense is placed inside the burner and lit, then a lid may be lowered, if there is one. The smoke will then filter out through holes in the lid. Shop a range of antique and modern incense burners on 1stDibs.