Incense burner, signed by Sano Kosai 佐野宏采 - Copper, Takaoka Copperware - Japan - Heisei period (1989-present) good condition. Please see the photos. 1,518g "Takaoka Copperware" refers to the traditional copper products crafted in Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, Japan. Takaoka has a rich history as a hub for copperware manufacturing, celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship. Utilizing time-honored techniques, Takaoka Copperware is meticulously fashioned from copper. This exquisite collection includes a range of items such as tea utensils, vases, dishes, lamps, and kitchenware, all cherished for their exquisite designs and superior quality. Takaoka Copperware enjoys esteemed recognition as a distinguished craft, both domestically and internationally. Artist: Sano Kosai 佐野宏采 1967: Awarded the Toyama Traditional Crafts Exhibition Branch Award 1968: First selection in the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition, subsequently selected 29 times 1970: Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Metalwork Exhibition, selected 13 times thereafter 1971: Awarded the Hokuriku Shinbun Award at the Toyama Traditional Crafts Exhibition 1974: Awarded the Japan Crafts Association Prize at the Toyama Traditional Crafts Exhibition 1974: Recognized as a full member of the Japan Crafts Association 1992: Awarded the Yoshiharu Prize at the Japan Traditional Crafts Toyama Exhibition 1997: Commendation from the Takaoka Industrial Promotion Association 2000: Designated as a holder of traditional craft industry technology by Takaoka City 2001: Awarded the Takaoka City Mayor's Prize at the Japan Traditional Crafts Toyama Exhibition 2005: Commendation from the Takaoka Copperware Promotion Cooperative Association 2006: Awarded the Japan Crafts Association Prize at the Toyama Traditional Crafts Exhibition 2009: Awarded the Japan Crafts Association Prize at the Toyama Traditional Crafts Exhibition National Association of Yama, Hoko, and Yatai Preservation Technicians: Designated Member 2010: Commendation for Meritorious Service from Takaoka City 2014: Certified as a traditional craftsman 2014: Commendation from Toyama Prefecture 2018: Conferred with the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette Dimensions：13, 13, H15 cm