Japanese Bronze Incense Burner, Koro
This is a vintage Japanese Buddhist ceramic incense burner (koro) commonly used in Buddhist altars. It is a unique shape that consists of a bronze platform base, a bronze cup and a cup insert made of metal. There is an engraved gold crane on the front side. The golden crane is the Nichiren Shoshu sect mon symbol. It is used for burning incense powder or sticks. Burning incense is a means of purifying the body of the worshiper.
- Black, silver, gold
- Bronze, metal
- C1970
- Item weight: 350 grams
- Packed weight: 550 grams
- Approx. 8 cm wide x 10 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Wear on enamel at contact points. Staining on cup insert. Wear and tear due to age. Please view the photos carefully.
- Acquired at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan.
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