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17th c. Japanese Buddhist Temple Koro Incense Burner browse these categories for related items... All Items: Japanese: Lacquer: Furnishings: Pre 1700: item #674017 Please refer to our stock #MOR2183 when inquiring.
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| Shishi prance across the mottled Kiri-wood surface of this Momoyama to early Edo period Koro in gold and silver maki-e and mother of pearl inlay. A copper insert contains the fragrant incense ash. There is a hand forged iron staple top and bottom of one ancient crack testament to age. It likely once had a silver hoya (cover) which has disappeared over the centuries. When we acquired this and another similar piece listed from a temple in Fukui prefecture, it was so covered in grime that the maki-e could not even be seen. Imagine our surprise when it surfaced during the slow cleaning process. This is a beautifully executed piece very much in the style of that long ago era. It measures 13-1/2 inches (34 cm) diameter, 7-1/4 inches (18.5 cm) tall. | |||||||||||||||
