A Cast Brass Quail Form Incense Burner (Censer): Japan, Meiji Period - 19th Century.
Price
£275
| $341 USD | €326 EUR
Item Ref
JA 1007
Description
Sectionally cast in copper alloy (brass), this 'bird' form example is hand finished as a standing quail.The detailed 'feathered' section, forming quail's the 'wings', is located by a corresponding pin and socket arrangement. This outer 'cover' enclosing the interior of the hollow form censer.
Incense, or pastile, would be ignited and placed within the censer - with the cover in place, the aromatic vapour would emerge from the open beak of the quail.
No make's mark found - the form probably inspired by examples from the Edu period, by Tsmumura Kamejo.
Overall height - 4 1/2" (115mm).
Weight - 356 grams.
Condition: Good. A drilled hole to the underside of the right foot, (possibly added to allow later mounting - not spoiling the appearance in any way, see images). Surface marks etc. associated with age and usage. No repairs. Natural colour and patina.
Internal Ref: JA 1007
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