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Excellent Japanese Meiji (late 19thc) Parcel-gilt Bronze Incense Burner/censer (koro)

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Sold by: Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Striking Japanese Meiji (late 19thC) parcel-gilt bronze incense burner/censer (Koro), the rectangular-section body decorated with two panels enclosing an Immortal releasing his soul from his mouth to one side, and birds in a garden to the other. The side handles are shaped as mythical creatures, with further shishi heads decorating the corners, on a dense ground of archaic designs. The base with a two-character signature. Measures 27.5cm (incl. handles) x 17.5cm x 27cm high, weighs 5.35kg.
 
Superb original condition.
 
 
Internal Reference: AD605/24
Antique Number: SA1053158
Dateline of this antique is 19th Century
Height is 27cm (10.6inches)
Width is 27.5cm (10.8inches)
Depth is 17.5cm (6.9inches)
Antique #SA1053158, shown on this page, originates from the 19th century. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was made:
19th Century
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United Kingdom
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