Japanese incense burner (kōro) made of bronze on its origina - Lot 47

Japanese incense burner (kōro) made of bronze on its original wooden base, Meiji period Japanese bronze incense burner (kōro) with a brown patina, circular in shape, resting on three openwork legs and featuring two handles shaped like lion heads (shishi). It is topped by an openwork lid in the shape of a chrysanthemum. The entire piece rests on its original carved wooden base, bearing a manufacturer’s stamp on the underside. It is accompanied by its original purchase receipt from the Kyoto Hotel Shopping Center, providing evidence of provenance. Japanese work from the Meiji period (1868–1912). Provenance: Accompanied by its original purchase receipt from the Kyoto Hotel Shopping Center. Details: Total height: 8 cm – Kōro diameter: 8 cm – Total weight: 372 g.