Japanese bronze koro in a pumpkin shape with birds – Meiji period - Bronze - Dai Nihon Kyōto Murakami zō 大日本京都村上造 - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)

An exceptional and decorative Japanese bronze incense burner from the Meiji period, executed in the form of a stylized pumpkin. The object is richly adorned with finely worked birds and vine tracery in high relief. The removable lid is crowned by a rooster and hen, beautifully modeled with refined details.

The deep dark brown patina contrasts elegantly with the sculptural bronze ornamentation and emphasizes the very refined finish. The underside bears a maker's mark. Through its organic design and poetic decoration this is a particularly atmospheric object that is both sculpturally and functionally striking.

Japan, Meiji period (1868–1912).

Dimensions: 46 × 30 cm
Weight: approximately 8 kg

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