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Japanese Kutani-type Incense Burner with Shishi Finial, C.1900–1930
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Japanese Kutani-type Incense Burner with Shishi Finial, C.1900–1930

1900 - 1920
Sold 11 January 2026 · Ritas Bazaar
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Description

A richly enamelled Japanese porcelain incense burner (koro), probably from the Kutani tradition, circa 1900–1930. The square body stands on four bracket feet and is crowned by a boldly modelled shishi finial in rich translucent green glaze. All sides are filled with scenes of scholar-sages, attendants, dragons and auspicious animals among clouds and pine trees, painted in a vivid palette of iron-red, green, yellow and blue enamels with confident black linework.

The workmanship is markedly better than typical tourist wares, with expressive faces, patterned robes and rhythmic scrollwork. The enamels remain glossy and bright. A green cartouche mark appears on the base.

Measurements

Height: 16.5 cm (6.5?)

Width: 13 cm (5.1?)

Depth: 9.5 cm (3.7?)

Weight: 638 g

Condition

Very good antique condition with no chips, structural cracks or restoration. One foot shows a small firing line from manufacture, invisible in normal display. Enamels remain crisp with minimal rubbing.

Shipping & Packaging

Fully tracked and insured delivery.

Shipping cost includes professional packaging, careful handling and secure postage.

Customs paperwork provided where required.

Please study all photographs as they form part of the description.

Questions are welcome.

Physical Dimensions
Height
16.5cm (6.50")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Declaration

Ritas Bazaar has dated this Japanese Kutani Incense Burner to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1182391
Dealers Internal Reference
B1543
Description
A richly enamelled Japanese porcelain incense burner (koro), probably from the Kutani tradition, circa 1900–1930.
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The square body stands on four bracket feet and is crowned by a boldly modelled shishi finial in rich translucent green glaze.
Ritas Bazaar

All sides are filled with scenes of scholar-sages, attendants, dragons and auspicious animals among clouds and pine trees, painted in a vivid palette of iron-red, green, yellow and blue enamels with confident black linework.

fig 1. A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid.
fig 1. Japanese Kutani-type Incense Burner with Shishi Finial, C.1900–1930

The workmanship is markedly better than typical tourist wares, with expressive faces, patterned robes and rhythmic scrollwork. The enamels remain glossy and bright. A green cartouche mark appears on the base.

fig 2. A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid.
fig 2. Japanese Kutani-type Incense Burner with Shishi Finial, C.1900–1930

Measurements

Height: 16.5 cm (6.5?)

Width: 13 cm (5.1?)

Depth: 9.5 cm (3.7?)

Weight: 638 g

Condition

Very good antique condition with no chips, structural cracks or restoration. One foot shows a small firing line from manufacture, invisible in normal display. Enamels remain crisp with minimal rubbing.

fig 3. A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid.
fig 3. Japanese Kutani-type Incense Burner with Shishi Finial, C.1900–1930

Shipping & Packaging

Fully tracked and insured delivery.

Shipping cost includes professional packaging, careful handling and secure postage.

Customs paperwork provided where required.

Please study all photographs as they form part of the description.

Questions are welcome.

Height
16.5cm (6.50")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Date of Manufacture

Ritas Bazaar has dated this Japanese Kutani Incense Burner to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1182391
Dealers Internal Ref
B1543
Ritas Bazaar
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2025
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Ritas Bazaar Profile Page

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Archive I A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Japanese Kutani-type Incense Burner with Shishi Finial, C.1900–1930

Archive II A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid. View II
Archive III A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid. View III
Archive IV A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid. View IV
Archive V A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid. View V
Archive VI A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid. View VIII
Archive IX A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid. View IX
Archive X A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid. View X
Archive XI A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid. View XI
Archive XII A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid. View XII
Archive XIII A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid. View XIII
Archive XIV A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid. View XIV
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A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid.
Japanese Kutani-Type Incense Burner with Shishi Finial, c.1900–1930
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A rectangular Japanese Kutani-type ceramic incense burner featuring intricate polychrome figural scenes and a green shishi lion dog finial on the lid.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectIncense Burner
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleJapanese Traditional
  • MaterialPorcelain, Ceramic, Enamel
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsShishi lion dog finial, Polychrome figural scenes, Pierced smoke vents, Enamelled scrollwork
  • SizeH 16.5 cm (6 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 9.5 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Kutani ware is a style of Japanese porcelain traditionally characterised by vibrant overglaze polychrome painting, originating from Ishikawa Prefecture in the seventeenth century with significant revivals in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

These pieces are crafted from local ceramic clays, shaped by hand or wheel, fired, and then decorated using mineral pigments such as iron red, green, purple, yellow, and blue, frequently accented with gold leaf.

Authentic items typically display characteristic hand-painted brushwork, heavy enamel application with raised textures, traditional Japanese motifs, and bottom kiln marks corresponding to specific historical kilns and maker signatures.

Such pieces function well as focal decorative objects on mantelshelves, console tables, or enclosed cabinets, bringing rich colour and historical texture to contemporary or eclectic spaces.

Antique ceramics should be dusted gently with a soft, dry brush and kept away from direct sunlight and abrasive cleaning agents to protect the delicate surface enamels and gilding.
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