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Japanese Silver Lined Iron Kogo ( Incense Container) by Yasuaki
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Japanese Silver Lined Iron Kogo ( Incense Container) by Yasuaki

19th century
Sold 6 June 2025 · Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
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Description

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this diminutive Meiji Period (1868-1912) iron incense container (Kogo) . The outer case of the charming Kogo is manufactured from hand beaten iron to produce the rather unusual scene of a striding wild boar, the iron further decorated with a silver tusk and gold eye, the inside of the incense container is fully silver lined. The underside bears the signaure and gold Kao for the artist Yasuaki. The container remains within its original tomobako that carries a label with the artist information as well as a description of the contents. A most charming and well executed iron kogo from the latter part of the 19th century.

Provenance :

Japanese collection.

Condition report :

Lovely original condition .

Approximate Sizes :

Diameter 3"  7.6 cm

Height 1" 2.5 cm

Free fully insured worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of thisn item.

Date of Manufacture

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this Japanese Iron Kogo to the 1890s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
7.6cm (2.99")
Depth
7.6cm (2.99")
Reference Numbers
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SA1145755
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 diminutive Meiji Period (1868-1912) iron incense container (Kogo) . The outer case of the charming Kogo is manufactured from hand beaten iron to produce the rather unusual scene of a striding wild boar, the iron further decorated with a silver tusk and gold eye, the inside of the incense container is fully silver lined. The underside bears the signaure and gold Kao for the artist Yasuaki.
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The container remains within its original tomobako that carries a label with the artist information as well as a description of the contents.
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

A most charming and well executed iron kogo from the latter part of the 19th century.

fig 1. A circular dark iron incense container featuring a relief carving of a wild boar on the lid and a polished silver interior lining.
fig 1. Japanese Silver Lined Iron Kogo ( Incense Container) by Yasuaki

Provenance :

Japanese collection.

Condition report :

Lovely original condition .

Approximate Sizes :

Diameter 3"  7.6 cm

Height 1" 2.5 cm

Free fully insured worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of thisn item.

Date of Manufacture

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this Japanese Iron Kogo to the 1890s.

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
7.6cm (2.99")
Depth
7.6cm (2.99")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1145755
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
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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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art Profile Page

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Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art is a registered member of BADA 

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A circular dark iron incense container featuring a relief carving of a wild boar on the lid and a polished silver interior lining. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A circular dark iron incense container featuring a relief carving of a wild boar on the lid and a polished silver interior lining. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Japanese Silver Lined Iron Kogo ( Incense Container) by Yasuaki

Archive II A circular dark iron incense container featuring a relief carving of a wild boar on the lid and a polished silver interior lining. View II
Archive III A circular dark iron incense container featuring a relief carving of a wild boar on the lid and a polished silver interior lining. View III
Archive IV A circular dark iron incense container featuring a relief carving of a wild boar on the lid and a polished silver interior lining. View IV
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Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Telephone 07774 635918
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Stags Head Antiques Ltd
Bournemouth
Dorset
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/stagshead
Verified Since Jan 2012
Items For Sale 26
Items Sold 1,668
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
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A circular dark iron incense container featuring a relief carving of a wild boar on the lid and a polished silver interior lining.
Japanese Silver Lined Iron Kogo ( Incense container) by Yasuaki
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A circular dark iron incense container featuring a relief carving of a wild boar on the lid and a polished silver interior lining.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectIncense Containers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleJapanese Traditional
  • MaterialIron, Silver
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsRelief boar carving, Circular lidded form, Silver interior lining
  • SizeH 2.5 cm (1 in) x W 7.6 cm (3 in) x D 7.6 cm (3 in)

FAQs

A kogo is a traditional small lidded box used to hold incense during the Japanese tea ceremony or for interior fragrance appreciation.

Traditional kogo are crafted from various materials including ceramics, lacquer, bamboo, and metals such as iron, bronze, and silver linings.

Authenticity is assessed through traditional casting methods, metal patination, maker signatures or marks, and the quality of interior construction and metal purity.

Display the lidded container on a bookshelf, low coffee table, or mantelpiece as a sculptural object that adds subtle cultural texture to a minimalist space.

Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth and avoid chemical polishes or abrasive cleaners to preserve the natural oxidisation and metal patina.
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