As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this highly decorative Meiji period 1868-1912, cloisonne enamel Koro or incense burner, the large scale vessel rests upon three gilt bronze feet with gilt bronze rims to the lid and opening, the lid resting within the unusually shaped concave opening, the finely enameled marbled ground is exquisitely decorated to the entire circumference with silver and gilt wired butterflies amidst native flora including chrysanthemums and peonies, the lid surmounted with a silver & gilt decorated Namikawa style finial, the interior of the Koro being heavily counter enameled, although unsigned we can confidently attribute this work to similar works by the well known Meiji period enamelist Honda Yosaburo , an absolutely delightful piece of cloisonne enamel from the golden age of the Meiji period circa 1900-1910.
Condition report :
In fine condition .
Approximate sizes :
Height : 6 1/2" 16.5cm
Width : 7 1/2" 19 cm
Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.
Physical Dimensions
Height
16.5cm (6.50")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Declaration
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1900s.
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA879493
Dealers Notes
Available during usual business hours 7 days a week by prior appointment only.
Available out of hours for general enquiries : sales@stagsheadantiques.com or steve@steveslyjapaneseart.com
Tel 07774-635918
Description
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this highly decorative Meiji period 1868-1912, cloisonne enamel Koro or incense burner, the large scale vessel rests upon three gilt bronze feet with gilt bronze rims to the lid and opening, the lid resting within the unusually shaped concave opening, the finely enameled marbled ground is exquisitely decorated to the entire circumference with silver and gilt wired butterflies amidst native flora including chrysanthemums and peonies, the lid surmounted with a silver & gilt decorated Namikawa style finial, the interior of the Koro being heavily counter enameled, although unsigned we can confidently attribute this work to similar works by the well known Meiji period enamelist Honda Yosaburo , an absolutely delightful piece of cloisonne enamel from the golden age of the Meiji period circa 1900-1910.
fig 1. Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Koro-incense Burner
Condition report :
In fine condition .
Approximate sizes :
Height : 6 1/2" 16.5cm
Width : 7 1/2" 19 cm
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Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Physical Dimensions
Height
16.5cm (6.50")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Date of Manufacture
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1900s.
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA879493
About the Dealer
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
Specialists in japanese works of art from the meiji period 1868-1912
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