A koro is a traditional Japanese incense burner designed to hold burning incense inside an enclosed bowl. These vessels typically feature a fitted, often pierced cover that allows the scented smoke to diffuse gently into a room. Most examples include a base supported by feet, sometimes shaped as animal heads, and a decorative finial on top for lifting the lid.

How do I identify Satsuma ware?

Satsuma ware is recognised by its distinctive earthenware body covered in a fine, creamy crackle glaze. Artisans decorated these surfaces using rich enamels and gold leaf to depict figures, flowers, and traditional scenes. Many of these pieces bear signatures from specific studios or artists on the underside, aiding attribution.

Were these burners used daily?

While originally intended for burning aromatic woods and incense during ceremonies or quiet reflection, many examples served primarily as decorative display objects in Japanese and Western interiors. The presence of intact gilding and delicate enamel work on surviving pieces suggests careful handling rather than heavy everyday use.

How do bronze and ceramic censers differ?

Bronze censers rely on metal casting, patination, and sometimes silver or gold inlay to create sculptural form and texture. They often take the shape of mythical beasts, urns, or boats. Ceramic censers, by contrast, utilise porcelain or earthenware to showcase painted imagery, coloured enamels, and sculpted openwork patterns.

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A meiji period incense burner brings meticulous metalwork and ceramic artistry into a room, offering both sculptural presence and traditional fragrance.

Large (34cm) Japanese Bronze/cloisonne Censer,c1880

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Large (34cm) Japanese Bronze/cloisonne Censer,c1880

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Japanese Kutani Censer in the Shape of a Treasure Ship, Takarabune, Meiji Period

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Japanese Kutani Censer in the Shape of a Treasure Ship, Takarabune, Meiji Period

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Large 19th Century Imari Lidded Koro.

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Quality Japanese Bronze and Silver Koro .

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Quality Japanese Bronze and Silver Koro .

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Huge Japanese Satsuma Koro and Cover

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Meiji Period Incense Burner

Large (34cm) Japanese Bronze/cloisonne Censer,c1880

Japanese Kutani Censer in the Shape of a Treasure Ship, Takarabune, Meiji Period

Large 19th Century Imari Lidded Koro.

Quality Japanese Bronze and Silver Koro .

Huge Japanese Satsuma Koro and Cover

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