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Huge Japanese Satsuma Koro and Cover
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Huge Japanese Satsuma Koro and Cover

19th century
Description

A huge Satsuma koro and cover, with handpainted scenes and standing on dogs of foe feet, one tiny chip to the side of the handle, and slight rubbing to the gilt otherwise in excellent condition.

25" high

13" wide

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Physical Dimensions
Height
62.5cm (24.61")
Width
32.5cm (12.80")
Depth
32.5cm (12.80")
Declaration

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd has dated this Japanese Satsuma Porcelain Koro to the 1880s.

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SA698235
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Description
A huge Satsuma koro and cover, with handpainted scenes and standing on dogs of foe feet, one tiny chip to the side of the handle, and slight rubbing to the gilt otherwise in excellent condition.

25" high

13" wide

FREE DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND

You are free to view this item at our showroom by appointment , we are open five days a week, Monday - Thursday, Saturday.
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Height
62.5cm (24.61")
Width
32.5cm (12.80")
Depth
32.5cm (12.80")
Date of Manufacture

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd has dated this Japanese Satsuma Porcelain Koro to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA698235
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

Seven showrooms of excellent quality antiques and decorative items.

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An antique Japanese Satsuma ceramic koro incense burner featuring tripodic legs, side handles, hand-painted figures, gold embellishments, and a seated figure finial on the lid.
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Archive I An antique Japanese Satsuma ceramic koro incense burner featuring tripodic legs, side handles, hand-painted figures, gold embellishments, and a seated figure finial on the lid.

Huge Japanese Satsuma Koro and Cover

Archive II An antique Japanese Satsuma ceramic koro incense burner featuring tripodic legs, side handles, hand-painted figures, gold embellishments, and a seated figure finial on the lid. View II
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Archive V An antique Japanese Satsuma ceramic koro incense burner featuring tripodic legs, side handles, hand-painted figures, gold embellishments, and a seated figure finial on the lid. View V
Archive VI An antique Japanese Satsuma ceramic koro incense burner featuring tripodic legs, side handles, hand-painted figures, gold embellishments, and a seated figure finial on the lid. View VI
Archive VII An antique Japanese Satsuma ceramic koro incense burner featuring tripodic legs, side handles, hand-painted figures, gold embellishments, and a seated figure finial on the lid. View VII
Archive VIII An antique Japanese Satsuma ceramic koro incense burner featuring tripodic legs, side handles, hand-painted figures, gold embellishments, and a seated figure finial on the lid. View VIII
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Archive X An antique Japanese Satsuma ceramic koro incense burner featuring tripodic legs, side handles, hand-painted figures, gold embellishments, and a seated figure finial on the lid. View X
Archive XI An antique Japanese Satsuma ceramic koro incense burner featuring tripodic legs, side handles, hand-painted figures, gold embellishments, and a seated figure finial on the lid. View XI
Archive XII An antique Japanese Satsuma ceramic koro incense burner featuring tripodic legs, side handles, hand-painted figures, gold embellishments, and a seated figure finial on the lid. View XII
Archive XIII An antique Japanese Satsuma ceramic koro incense burner featuring tripodic legs, side handles, hand-painted figures, gold embellishments, and a seated figure finial on the lid. View XIII
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Appleby Magna
Derbyshire
DE12 7AP
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An antique Japanese Satsuma ceramic koro incense burner featuring tripodic legs, side handles, hand-painted figures, gold embellishments, and a seated figure finial on the lid.
Huge Japanese Satsuma Koro and Cover
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An antique Japanese Satsuma ceramic koro incense burner featuring tripodic legs, side handles, hand-painted figures, gold embellishments, and a seated figure finial on the lid.
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Satsuma ware originated in the Satsuma province during the late sixteenth century and evolved into highly decorated ceramics during the Meiji period. A koro is a traditional vessel designed for burning incense, frequently featuring elaborate gilding and narrative figure painting intended for display and ceremonial use.

Satsuma ceramics are formed from fine earthenware clay covered in a light cream-coloured glazed glaze with minute crackle patterning. Decorators applied detailed polychrome enamel pigments alongside gold leaf gilding to create complex figurative and geometric patterns.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit fine glaze crazing, delicate hand-painted line work, and multi-layered gilding. Makers often marked the base with the Shimazu family crest, a cross within a circle, alongside signatures of renowned workshop artisans.

A decorative koro serves as a focal accent on a sideboard top, mantelpiece, or within a glass display cabinet. Placing the object against minimalist backdrops allows its detailed enamelling and gilded finish to contrast effectively with modern furnishings.

Dusting should be performed using a dry, soft-bristled brush to prevent abrasion of delicate gold enamels. Avoid immersion in water, liquid detergents, or chemical polishes, as moisture can penetrate the crackled glaze and cause irreversible discoloration.
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