Item Description A Japanese copper tripod incense burner (koro) made using the lost-wax casting method. The top of the rounded lid features a finely crafted qilin (kirin), an auspicious mythical creature. The entire lid is covered with cloud motifs and has openings to allow incense smoke to escape. A dragon rendered in high relief, with intricate scale detailing, is depicted coiling around the body, which is also decorated with cloud motifs. The upper portion of each of the three outward-splaying legs features a beast-face (獣面) design. A rectangular mark is cast into the base. The piece has been stored in a warehouse for many years; it was not displayed, and its history of use is unknown. It has not been maintained, and rust and surface wear due to age are present. It is offered as an antique, in the condition shown in the photographs. Condition Rust and surface wear resulting from long-term storage and lack of maintenance are visible, as shown in the photographs. No cleaning or restoration has been carried out, and past usage is unknown. Dimensions Height: 16.5 cm Width: 13 cm Depth: 11 cm Weight 1,210 g Additional Information Origin: Japan Material: Copper (lost-wax casting) Form: Lidded tripod incense burner with a qilin finial and dragon relief decoration Marks/Seals: A rectangular mark is cast into the base Accessories: Wooden box included NOITICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.