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Meiji Satsuma Koro by Ippo, Kyoto, Gilt Shishi, Signed, C.1890
Gillers Antiques Ltd
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Meiji Satsuma Koro by Ippo, Kyoto, Gilt Shishi, Signed, C.1890

19th century
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An outstanding Japanese Satsuma koro (incense burner), Kyoto, Meiji period (circa 1890), signed by Ippo and likely produced in the Kinkozan school. The vessel stands on three paw-shaped feet with expressive faces, and features sculpted shishi lion handles and a pierced domed cover with lion finial, all richly gilded.

The body displays hand-painted panels: a grand procession of court ladies, nobles, monks, and cherry trees, plus a religious scene with uniquely rendered Buddhist arhats.

Classic ivory crackle glaze, extensive raised gold and enamel.

Dimensions: height 24 cm, width 21 cm, diameter 14.8 cm. Weight: 951g.

Condition: minor gilding loss, small firing hairline inside lid (see photos), otherwise excellent.

Comparable museum and auction examples (Bonhams, V&A).

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. It is important to note that shipping costs include labour, packaging and postage.

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Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Meiji Satsuma Koro Censer to the 1890s.

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Description
An outstanding Japanese Satsuma koro (incense burner), Kyoto, Meiji period (circa 1890), signed by Ippo and likely produced in the Kinkozan school.
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The vessel stands on three paw-shaped feet with expressive faces, and features sculpted shishi lion handles and a pierced domed cover with lion finial, all richly gilded.
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fig 1. A Japanese Meiji period Satsuma earthenware incense burner featuring gilt shishi handles and finial with detailed hand-painted figures over a crackle glaze.
fig 1. Meiji Satsuma Koro by Ippo, Kyoto, Gilt Shishi, Signed, C.1890

The body displays hand-painted panels: a grand procession of court ladies, nobles, monks, and cherry trees, plus a religious scene with uniquely rendered Buddhist arhats.

Classic ivory crackle glaze, extensive raised gold and enamel.

fig 2. A Japanese Meiji period Satsuma earthenware incense burner featuring gilt shishi handles and finial with detailed hand-painted figures over a crackle glaze.
fig 2. Meiji Satsuma Koro by Ippo, Kyoto, Gilt Shishi, Signed, C.1890

Dimensions: height 24 cm, width 21 cm, diameter 14.8 cm. Weight: 951g.

Condition: minor gilding loss, small firing hairline inside lid (see photos), otherwise excellent.

Comparable museum and auction examples (Bonhams, V&A).

fig 3. A Japanese Meiji period Satsuma earthenware incense burner featuring gilt shishi handles and finial with detailed hand-painted figures over a crackle glaze.
fig 3. Meiji Satsuma Koro by Ippo, Kyoto, Gilt Shishi, Signed, C.1890

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. It is important to note that shipping costs include labour, packaging and postage.

Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Meiji Satsuma Koro Censer to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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Archive I A Japanese Meiji period Satsuma earthenware incense burner featuring gilt shishi handles and finial with detailed hand-painted figures over a crackle glaze.

Meiji Satsuma Koro by Ippo, Kyoto, Gilt Shishi, Signed, C.1890

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A Japanese Meiji period Satsuma earthenware incense burner featuring gilt shishi handles and finial with detailed hand-painted figures over a crackle glaze.
Meiji Satsuma Koro by Ippo, Kyoto, Gilt Shishi, Signed, c.1890
Ref: SA1146270
A Japanese Meiji period Satsuma earthenware incense burner featuring gilt shishi handles and finial with detailed hand-painted figures over a crackle glaze.
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A koro is a Japanese vessel designed for burning incense, used historically in both religious ceremonies and domestic settings. Satsuma koro originating from the Meiji period (18681912) are noted for their decorative earthenware construction, polychrome enamelling, and rich gilding.

Traditional Satsuma censers are made from fine earthenware with a distinctive light cream glaze displaying fine crackle lines. Decorative elements feature overglaze polychrome enamels, liquid gold or gold leaf gilding, and sculpted features such as shishi lion finials and handles.

Authentic pieces exhibit a finely crackled cream-coloured glaze beneath highly detailed hand-painted miniatures and raised enamelling. They frequently carry maker signatures or painted marks on the base, alongside slight surface wear consistent with age.

Place the censer as a focal object on a sideboard, mantlepiece, or inside a glass display cabinet. Its intricate detail pairs well with minimalist backdrops or curated collections of fine ceramics and decorative objects.

Dust gently using a clean, soft-bristled brush to remove accumulation from raised enamels and handles. Avoid using water or chemical cleaners, as these can damage the delicate gilding and seep into the crackle glaze.
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