Perfume burner - Ceramic - Japanese Ceramic Koro

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This item is a ceramic incense burner (kōro) made in Japan.

The exterior is crafted from ceramic with openwork carving, and is finished with a soft green glaze. Subtle variations in tone and color can be observed across the surface, resulting from the firing process.

The interior is fitted with a removable copper insert, designed to safely hold incense ash or charcoal while protecting the ceramic body from direct heat exposure.

Incense burners equipped with copper liners such as this have traditionally been used in Japanese kōdō (incense ceremony) and tea ceremony settings. In modern contexts, they are appreciated not only for their functionality but also as decorative objects.

The natural glaze flow and slight individual variations in form are characteristic of hand-crafted studio ceramics and are not considered defects.

The item comes with its original signed wooden storage box (tomobako).

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■ Dimensions (approx.)

Incense burner:
• Diameter: approx. 12 cm
• Height: approx. 8 cm

Copper insert:
• Opening diameter: approx. 8 cm
• Height: approx. 6.7 cm

Please allow for slight variations due to manual measurement.

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■ Condition

Minor surface wear and firing marks consistent with age and the hand-crafted production process may be present.

No visible cracks or structural damage have been observed.

The wooden storage box shows minor age-related stains and discoloration.

Please refer to the photos for detailed condition.

The item will be carefully double-boxed for secure shipping.