Antique Japanese Bronze Incense Burner with Lotus Petal Rim – Edo to Meiji Period lot 438
Antique Japanese bronze incense burner with a hexagonal body and openworked panels, standing on six sculptural feet. The lid is finished with a lotus petal rim and fitted with an original hanging ring. This type of incense burner was traditionally used in Buddhist temples or on domestic altars.
The bronze shows natural age related wear and patina. One original structural connector within the frame is missing, resulting in slight looseness. The object remains stable and is priced very low accordingly.
This Japanese bronze incense burner is a well made example of late Edo to early Meiji period metalwork. The hexagonal body is constructed from individual pierced panels mounted within a solid bronze frame. Each panel is decorated with stylised cloud and floral motifs, allowing incense smoke to circulate freely during use.
The upper section is crowned with a lotus petal rim, a key Buddhist symbol representing purity and enlightenment. The domed lid retains its original hanging ring, indicating the burner could be carried or suspended within a ritual setting.
The incense burner stands on six sculptural feet, which elevate the body and protect the surface beneath from heat. The construction is clearly pre industrial, with hand fitted components, riveted connections and no signs of modern machining.
The surface displays a natural matte bronze patina with subtle colour variation and wear consistent with age, heat exposure and long term use. One original structural connector inside the frame is missing, causing slight movement in part of the construction. This does not affect stability when displayed, but lifting the object by the ring is not advised. No modern repairs or recent alterations are visible.
The object is offered in untouched condition, with the noted condition fully reflected in the price.
Antique Japanese Bronze Incense Burner with Lotus Petal Rim – Edo to Meiji Period lot 438
Description
Estimated Value: €650 – €900
Object
Japanese bronze incense burner with hexagonal body, openworked panels, lotus petal rim and suspension ring. Standing on six sculptural feet.
Material
Cast bronze.
Technique
Pre industrial bronze casting with hand fitted frame construction. Individual openworked panels mounted within a structural bronze framework. Riveted and fitted connections, no evidence of modern machining.
Iconography
The lotus petal rim is a central Buddhist symbol representing purity and spiritual awakening. The openworked structure is designed to allow incense smoke to circulate during ritual use in temples or domestic altars.
Surface & Evidence
Natural bronze patina with matte appearance and colour variation consistent with age and long term use. Surface wear corresponds with handling and exposure to heat from incense burning. No indications of artificial ageing or modern surface treatment observed.
Construction
Hexagonal body composed of multiple pierced panels within a bronze frame. The incense burner is supported by six sculptural feet, elevating the body from the surface. One original structural connector element within the frame is absent, without compromising the overall integrity of the object.
Condition
Authentic antique condition with age related wear and patina. The object is complete in form and function, with no modern repairs or alterations detected.
Dimensions
Height 31 cm
Width 18 cm
Authenticity
Based on material, construction method, surface characteristics and stylistic features, this incense burner is consistent with an authentic Japanese bronze kōro from the late Edo to early Meiji period, circa 1850 to 1900.
This valuation is based on object analysis, construction assessment, surface evidence and comparative market research. Sales price may differ from estimated value depending on commercial positioning.
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