Incense burner - Bronze Incense Burner with Qilin Knob, Dragon and Phoenix Design, Animal Ears and Feet - Copper
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Copper incense burner from Meiji-era Japan by Tsunetaro Nikami, with a Qilin lid, dragon handles, and dragon and phoenix reliefs; dimensions 17 × 11.5 × 6 cm; good condition with minor signs of aging; comes with the original Paulownia box and a catalogue.
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This copper incense burner, crafted by renowned Japanese metalworker Tsunetaro Nikami, is a classic example of Meiji-era Japanese metalwork. The lid features a proud, upright Qilin, while dragons flank the burner as handles, the three auspicious beasts firmly supporting the body. The burner itself is adorned with intricately carved dragon and phoenix reliefs, showcasing intricate and three-dimensional craftsmanship.
It comes with its original paulownia wood box and a catalogue of the work, making it ideal for incense burning and display. A highly collectible piece in the world of Japanese bronze incense ceremony, it is a treasured artifact.
This work is by Tsunetaro Nikami, a master of Japanese casting and a "Living National Treasure" in the world of metalwork. His works are held in the collections of the Imperial Household Agency and major museums, and he received the highest honor at the World's Fair.
Tsunetaro Nikami's pen name was Motomori.
This copper incense burner, crafted by renowned Japanese metalworker Tsunetaro Nikami, is a classic example of Meiji-era Japanese metalwork. The lid features a proud, upright Qilin, while dragons flank the burner as handles, the three auspicious beasts firmly supporting the body. The burner itself is adorned with intricately carved dragon and phoenix reliefs, showcasing intricate and three-dimensional craftsmanship.
It comes with its original paulownia wood box and a catalogue of the work, making it ideal for incense burning and display. A highly collectible piece in the world of Japanese bronze incense ceremony, it is a treasured artifact.
This work is by Tsunetaro Nikami, a master of Japanese casting and a "Living National Treasure" in the world of metalwork. His works are held in the collections of the Imperial Household Agency and major museums, and he received the highest honor at the World's Fair.
Tsunetaro Nikami's pen name was Motomori.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Model
Bronze Incense Burner with Qilin Knob, Dragon and Phoenix Design, Animal Ears and Feet
Number of objects
1
Style
Antique
Material
Copper
Country of origin
Japan
Colour
Brown
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
17 cm
Width
11.5 cm
Depth
6 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910, 1910-1920
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