As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this most charming Meiji period 1868-1912, shibuichi , silver and mixed metal Koro ( incense burner ) unusually formed as a Yakatabune or traditional Japanese river boat, the solid shibuichi hull is carved in fine detail and houses a silver liner that is concealed within the removable mixed metal canopy , the canopy formed with sliding windows and fine silver inlaid doors from which the incense escapes, the roof imitating bamboo framed woven matting, the Koro would make a fantastic feature within a window or recess and is suspended upon three chains rising to a single looped chain, a fantastic rare yet perfectly functional Japanese work of art from the late Meiji period.
Provenance :
Formerly part of a UK based Japanese works of art collection.
Now re available as part of that entire collection purchased from the executors of the estate.
Condition report :
Lovely condition throughout.
Approximate sizes :
Length : 11.0 ” 28 cm
Height : 2 3/4″ 6.8 cm
Depth : 2 3/4″ 6.8 cm
Chains adjustable to suit drop .
Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.