Jusai - Box - Wood - Incense container
Opens Friday
Starting bid
€ 1
Add to your favourites to get an alert when the auction starts.
Expert
Selected by Marion Oliviero
Holds a master's in Chinese archaeology with extensive expertise in Japanese art.
Estimate € 180 - € 220
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 123536 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Description from the seller
Ama Kobune Kogo
蜑小舟香合（あまこぶねこうごう）｜Jusai 寿斎（じゅさい）
This incense container is shaped in the form of a small boat.
The piece makes use of the natural wooden base, while lacquer is applied to both front side panels and decorated with gold maki-e.
Traces of use are present.
Light wear can be seen on the base and at the tip of the form.
In addition to its function as a kogo, the piece can also be displayed as an object in an interior setting.
---
Artist Profile
Jusai
Details of the artist’s biography are unknown.
The artist is known to have produced tea utensils, including boat-shaped kogo, maki-e natsume, and chaire.
---
Accessories
Original wooden storage box (tomobako)
---
Dimensions & Weight
Height: 5 cm
Depth: 15.5 cm
Width: 4 cm
Weight: 56.5 g
---
Technique & Condition
Wood and lacquer
Maki-e carving
Good condition – used with small signs of aging & blemishes
---
Shipping
Shipping via Japan Post EMS from Japan.
Items are shipped only to countries where EMS delivery from Japan is available.
Items are securely packed to ensure safe international delivery.
Import duties, VAT, and customs handling fees are the sole responsibility of the buyer.
For bidders in the United States:
Please note that Japan Post is currently not accepting EMS shipments of commercial goods to the United States.
If the winning bidder’s shipping address is in the United States, the item will be shipped via DHL Express instead.
Please be aware that shipping costs via DHL are significantly higher than EMS rates.
Seller's Story
In the 30th year as a Japanese art dealer, sharing the aesthetics and spirit of Japanese art.
Ama Kobune Kogo
蜑小舟香合（あまこぶねこうごう）｜Jusai 寿斎（じゅさい）
This incense container is shaped in the form of a small boat.
The piece makes use of the natural wooden base, while lacquer is applied to both front side panels and decorated with gold maki-e.
Traces of use are present.
Light wear can be seen on the base and at the tip of the form.
In addition to its function as a kogo, the piece can also be displayed as an object in an interior setting.
---
Artist Profile
Jusai
Details of the artist’s biography are unknown.
The artist is known to have produced tea utensils, including boat-shaped kogo, maki-e natsume, and chaire.
---
Accessories
Original wooden storage box (tomobako)
---
Dimensions & Weight
Height: 5 cm
Depth: 15.5 cm
Width: 4 cm
Weight: 56.5 g
---
Technique & Condition
Wood and lacquer
Maki-e carving
Good condition – used with small signs of aging & blemishes
---
Shipping
Shipping via Japan Post EMS from Japan.
Items are shipped only to countries where EMS delivery from Japan is available.
Items are securely packed to ensure safe international delivery.
Import duties, VAT, and customs handling fees are the sole responsibility of the buyer.
For bidders in the United States:
Please note that Japan Post is currently not accepting EMS shipments of commercial goods to the United States.
If the winning bidder’s shipping address is in the United States, the item will be shipped via DHL Express instead.
Please be aware that shipping costs via DHL are significantly higher than EMS rates.
Seller's Story
In the 30th year as a Japanese art dealer, sharing the aesthetics and spirit of Japanese art.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Incense container
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Wood
Designer/Artist/Maker
Jusai
Style
Vintage
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
5 cm
Width
15.5 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated Period
1970-1980
Sold by
