Incense burner - Gilt bronze - Koro incense burners
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Selected by Marion Oliviero
Holds a master's in Chinese archaeology with extensive expertise in Japanese art.
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A pair of gilded bronze Koro temple incense burners from Japan, dating to about 1950–1960, each 60 cm high, 24 cm wide and 24 cm deep, richly decorated with Buddha hands, bat-shaped hangers, a hexagonal central lantern with floral lotus motifs and openwork lattice, in good used condition with patina and minor damage to one Buddha hand.
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An impressive and rare pair of Japanese or Chinese temple lanterns/incense burners (Koro), probably from the mid-20th century. These impressive pieces are crafted with attention to detail and have a monumental appearance.
The objects are richly decorated with classical Eastern symbolism. At the top they are crowned with detailed so-called 'Buddha hands', which in Asian iconography symbolize happiness, a long life and prosperity.
The burners on the top are provided with characteristic hangers in the shape of bats. In Eastern culture the bat is a powerful symbol of fortune and wealth.
The central lantern has a hexagonal shape with raised panels on which floral motifs (likely lotus blossoms) are depicted. With beautifully open latticework around the edges, which creates a stunning interplay of light or smoke diffusion when in use. The pair is in good, authentic condition with a beautiful patina appropriate to their age. The construction is very solid and heavy (they weigh 4 kg each).
The burners are in nice second-hand condition and show signs of use. One of the Buddha hands is slightly damaged (there is a dent and a small piece of the stem of the plant has broken off).
Seller's Story
Wij hebben wekelijks nieuw aanbod van kunst, antiek, design, curiosa en brocante. Onze items zijn voornamelijk afkomstig uit inboedels en privé collecties. De kavels worden door experts beoordeeld, schoongemaakt en eventueel gerepareerd. We verpakken alle goederen professioneel en veilig. Verzending kan op verzoek verzekerd gebeuren. Ophalen van goederen is mogelijk op werkdagen tussen 09:00 en 17:00 uur, en in het weekeinde tussen 12:00 en 17:00 uur.
An impressive and rare pair of Japanese or Chinese temple lanterns/incense burners (Koro), probably from the mid-20th century. These impressive pieces are crafted with attention to detail and have a monumental appearance.
The objects are richly decorated with classical Eastern symbolism. At the top they are crowned with detailed so-called 'Buddha hands', which in Asian iconography symbolize happiness, a long life and prosperity.
The burners on the top are provided with characteristic hangers in the shape of bats. In Eastern culture the bat is a powerful symbol of fortune and wealth.
The central lantern has a hexagonal shape with raised panels on which floral motifs (likely lotus blossoms) are depicted. With beautifully open latticework around the edges, which creates a stunning interplay of light or smoke diffusion when in use. The pair is in good, authentic condition with a beautiful patina appropriate to their age. The construction is very solid and heavy (they weigh 4 kg each).
The burners are in nice second-hand condition and show signs of use. One of the Buddha hands is slightly damaged (there is a dent and a small piece of the stem of the plant has broken off).
Seller's Story
Wij hebben wekelijks nieuw aanbod van kunst, antiek, design, curiosa en brocante. Onze items zijn voornamelijk afkomstig uit inboedels en privé collecties. De kavels worden door experts beoordeeld, schoongemaakt en eventueel gerepareerd. We verpakken alle goederen professioneel en veilig. Verzending kan op verzoek verzekerd gebeuren. Ophalen van goederen is mogelijk op werkdagen tussen 09:00 en 17:00 uur, en in het weekeinde tussen 12:00 en 17:00 uur.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
8 g
Bronze type
Gilt bronze
Title additional information
Koro incense burners
Material
Bronze
Country of origin
Japan
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
60 cm
Width
24 cm
Depth
24 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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