Vintage Japanese Incense Burner Koro for Buddhist Altar
This item is a vintage porcelain incense burner (koro) made for use as an altar fitting in a Japanese Buddhist altar. It has a stunning blue celadon glaze with a raised openwork peony and karakusa vine design accented with gold. It stands on three small feet and has a removable copper insert.
This type of burner is used for burning incense powder or sticks.
- Blue, gold
- Porcelain, copper metal
- C1970
- Item weight: 145 grams
- Packed weight: 300 grams
- Approx. 7.5 cm wide x 6.5 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Scorch/ash marks inside copper insert. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
- This item was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan.
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