This is a masterfully crafted incense burner (koro 香炉) attributed to 高岡銅器 Takaoka Dōki - Fujita Zenyū 藤田善祐, a distinguished artisan working in the renowned Takaoka copperware tradition. The piece features an elegant three-legged design with gourd-shaped feet (hyōtan-ashi) and is crowned with a lion-dog (karajishi) finial. The body showcases exquisite openwork carving (sukashi-bori 透かし彫り) depicting lion-dog motifs, demonstrating the sophisticated metalworking techniques of the Takaoka tradition. The incense burner represents the culmination of centuries-old Japanese bronze and copper casting techniques, with Takaoka being one of Japan's most celebrated centers for metal craft production. The lion-dog motif, borrowed from Chinese guardian lion traditions, has been masterfully adapted into Japanese aesthetic sensibilities. The openwork design not only serves a decorative purpose but also allows the proper circulation of incense smoke, making this both a functional and artistic object suitable for tea ceremony (sadō 茶道) and incense ceremony (kōdō 香道) practices. Size Height: 16.5 cm Weight: 1300g Condition The piece shows minor signs of wear and aging consistent with its age and use. No major damage is present, and the overall structural integrity remains excellent. Artist Profile Takaoka copperware (Takaoka Dōki) represents one of Japan's most prestigious metalworking traditions, dating back to the early Edo period. Fujita Zenyū worked within this distinguished tradition, creating pieces that blend traditional techniques with refined artistic sensibility. The Takaoka region became famous for its exceptional casting techniques and continues to be recognized as a center of excellence in Japanese metal arts. NOTICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.