Censer - Porcelain

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Sarah Le Helley
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Studied Asian art and art market management; researched art in Taipei; worked in auctions.

Estimate  € 150 - € 200
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Description from the seller

Description
A finely decorated Japanese Satsuma-style porcelain koro / incense burner, raised on three small feet and with gilt ring handles to the sides.

The body is richly enamelled with fan-shaped panels depicting figures, flowers, wisteria and landscape scenes, surrounded by dense floral scroll decoration. The piece is further highlighted with gilt details throughout. The base bears a red and gilt Japanese mark.

Probably Japanese, Meiji period, late 19th to early 20th century.

Condition
Excellent overall condition. No obvious chips, cracks or restoration visible. Some light age-related wear to the gilding and minor surface wear, consistent with age and use. Please note: the cover is missing.

Please see all photos carefully, as they form part of the condition description.

Dimensions
Width: approx. 9 cm
Height: approx. 8 cm

Description
A finely decorated Japanese Satsuma-style porcelain koro / incense burner, raised on three small feet and with gilt ring handles to the sides.

The body is richly enamelled with fan-shaped panels depicting figures, flowers, wisteria and landscape scenes, surrounded by dense floral scroll decoration. The piece is further highlighted with gilt details throughout. The base bears a red and gilt Japanese mark.

Probably Japanese, Meiji period, late 19th to early 20th century.

Condition
Excellent overall condition. No obvious chips, cracks or restoration visible. Some light age-related wear to the gilding and minor surface wear, consistent with age and use. Please note: the cover is missing.

Please see all photos carefully, as they form part of the condition description.

Dimensions
Width: approx. 9 cm
Height: approx. 8 cm

Details

Era
1400-1900
Material
Porcelain
Country of origin
Japan
Dynastic style/period
Meiji period (1868-1912)
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
8 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
9 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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