Perfume burner - Patinated bronze - Lotus-shaped fragrance burner

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A Meiji-period bronze patinated incense burner with a lotus-form body, 12 cm high and 16 cm wide/deep, made in Japan, in good condition with some wear and stains due to age, sold without a stand.

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This Meiji-era incense burner embodies refined elegance and Japanese artisanal mastery. Shaped in patinated bronze, the object is distinguished by its delicate organic form, evoking a lotus in full bloom, a powerful symbol of purity and transcendence in Eastern culture.

The structure consists of two harmonious elements: a generous base, adorned with finely incised veins reminiscent of the flower’s petals, and a precisely perforated lid. The dark, deep, natural patina of the metal, developed over time, underscores the quality of the casting and provides a striking contrast with the simplicity of the design. Originally conceived to release the fragrant wafts of incense, this incense burner transcends its functional use to become a true piece of contemplation, bringing a touch of quietude and Japanese history to any interior space.

This Meiji-era incense burner embodies refined elegance and Japanese artisanal mastery. Shaped in patinated bronze, the object is distinguished by its delicate organic form, evoking a lotus in full bloom, a powerful symbol of purity and transcendence in Eastern culture.

The structure consists of two harmonious elements: a generous base, adorned with finely incised veins reminiscent of the flower’s petals, and a precisely perforated lid. The dark, deep, natural patina of the metal, developed over time, underscores the quality of the casting and provides a striking contrast with the simplicity of the design. Originally conceived to release the fragrant wafts of incense, this incense burner transcends its functional use to become a true piece of contemplation, bringing a touch of quietude and Japanese history to any interior space.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Bronze type
Patinated bronze
Title additional information
Lotus-shaped fragrance burner
Material
Bronze
Country of origin
Japan
Dynastic style/period
Meiji period (1868-1912)
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
12 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
16 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated period
1850-1900
FranceVerified
195
Objects sold
100%
Private

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