Perfume burner - Bronze
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Bronze bird-shaped koro incense burner from Japan, dating to the late Meiji period (ca. 1890–1910), with a movable back opening to an interior receptacle; height 16 cm, good overall condition with age-related wear and interior soot traces, provenance: private collection.
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Bronze Bird-Shaped Incense Burner (Koro) in Bird Form - Japan - Late Meiji Period (ca. 1900)
Object Description:
Elegant and authentic animal incense burner (koro) in patinated bronze, depicting a finely carved bird perched on a rock. Japanese work from the late Meiji era (ca. 1890-1910).
The back of the bird is removable/articulated, opening to an interior receptacle designed to hold the incense. The interior shows a black patina and traces of original soot, evidence of prior use. The feather details and the rocky texture of the base are very well rendered. Unmarked model, characteristic of high-quality export pieces of this period.
• Period: Late Meiji (1868-1912)
• Material: Bronze / Copper alloy
• Origin: Japan
• Dimensions: Height: 16 cm
• Condition: Good overall condition, beautiful original patina. Functional hinge/opening. Usage and soot traces inside the receptacle (see photos).
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Bronze Bird-Shaped Incense Burner (Koro) in Bird Form - Japan - Late Meiji Period (ca. 1900)
Object Description:
Elegant and authentic animal incense burner (koro) in patinated bronze, depicting a finely carved bird perched on a rock. Japanese work from the late Meiji era (ca. 1890-1910).
The back of the bird is removable/articulated, opening to an interior receptacle designed to hold the incense. The interior shows a black patina and traces of original soot, evidence of prior use. The feather details and the rocky texture of the base are very well rendered. Unmarked model, characteristic of high-quality export pieces of this period.
• Period: Late Meiji (1868-1912)
• Material: Bronze / Copper alloy
• Origin: Japan
• Dimensions: Height: 16 cm
• Condition: Good overall condition, beautiful original patina. Functional hinge/opening. Usage and soot traces inside the receptacle (see photos).
Quick and careful shipping
Details
Era
1400-1900
Material
Bronze
Country of origin
Japan
Dynastic style/period
Meiji period (1868-1912)
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Provenance
Private collection
Height
16 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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