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

$2,400
£1,834.93
€2,113.47
CA$3,363.14
A$3,754.62
CHF 1,967.37
MX$45,960.29
NOK 24,985.58
SEK 23,558.23
DKK 15,773.01

About the Item

A fantastic Japanese Satsuma incense burner, koro, with phoenix and brocade designs and a silver lid, Meiji Period, late 19th century, Japan. The censer, called a koro in Japan, of generous barrel form, and set on a recessed foot raised on three short feet and surmounted by a pierced repousse sliver cover. The barrel shaped body of generous proportions and decorated in an exuberant fashion. Three large reserves feature stylized confronted phoenixes perched upon a mon comprised of phoenix wings. Surrounding the reserves are scattered brocade designs of intricate and elaborate patterns. Motifs include chrysanthemum, peony, ginger, fern, pine cones, and tortoise shell. The shoulder features a band of stylized chrysanthemum within a ruyi-shaped cloud border. The foot features a delicate band of stylized lotus petals. The pierced repousse silver cover of the koro worked with a chrysanthemum leaf design to the top. The sides with stylized chrysanthemum blooms within arched niches that line up with the ruyi cloud border of the shoulder. A masterful and extremely difficult technical feat. Unmarked.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Diameter: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. No chips, cracks, or repairs noted. Very slight rubbing and wear to the gilding. The silver with tarnish.
  • Seller Location:
    Austin, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU894744335422

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