Japanese Brass Incense Burner
This is a vintage Japanese Buddhist brass incense burner (koro) commonly used in Buddhist altars. It is brass with a gradient color from, gold to brown. It is a chalice shape with a slotted lid on the tip complete with small finial handle. It has the crane-shaped Nishiren Shoshu sect mon on the front. There is a green felt pad on the bottom to protect delicate surfaces from scratching. It is used for burning incense powder or sticks. Burning incense is a means of purifying the body of the worshiper.
- Gold, brown
- Brass metal
- C1970
- Item weight: 325 grams
- Packed weight: 625 grams
- Approx. 9 cm wide x 11.5 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Some marks/scratches and discolorations. 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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