{"product_id":"antique-japanese-bronze-koro-incense-burner-shishi-guardian-lion-floral-openwork-tripod-censer-asian-art","title":"Antique Japanese Bronze Koro Incense Burner Shishi Guardian Lion Floral Openwork Tripod Censer Asian Art","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSculptural Japanese Bronze Censer with Pierced Botanical Panels, Guardian Shishi Finial, Ornate Handles \u0026amp; Deep Aged Patina\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA richly atmospheric piece of traditional Japanese decorative metalwork, this antique-style bronze \u003cstrong\u003ekoro incense burner\u003c\/strong\u003e combines architectural form, auspicious symbolism, pierced botanical ornament, and sculptural animal imagery into a compact object with remarkable visual presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vessel is constructed around a multi-sided openwork body raised upon three elaborately shaped legs. Each pierced panel is populated with curling botanical forms and blossoms, allowing light to pass directly through the structure and creating an intricate silhouette from nearly every viewing angle. Above the body sits a removable pierced lid crowned by a small \u003cstrong\u003eshishi guardian lion\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the sides are framed by dramatic opposing handles whose curling profiles contribute further movement to the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a simple utilitarian incense vessel, this koro has been conceived as a complete decorative sculpture. The eye moves from the grounded tripod feet upward through the perforated floral body, outward toward the vigorous side handles, and finally to the guardian figure seated at the summit. Even when no incense is being burned, the object possesses the visual authority expected of a traditional display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark brown bronze surface has developed layers of patina and tonal variation. Warm bronze highlights emerge along exposed edges, raised floral details, feet, handles, and sculptural contours, while recessed portions retain deeper shades. These variations give the piece the dimensional character that collectors often value in older bronze work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor admirers of Japanese antiques, traditional interiors, incense culture, Asian metalwork, Buddhist decorative arts, or simply beautifully aged sculptural objects, this koro offers considerable decorative and cultural appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdentification \u0026amp; Object Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is best understood as a \u003cstrong\u003ebronze koro\u003c\/strong\u003e, or incense burner, designed in a highly ornamental traditional East Asian vocabulary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts principal visual elements include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-sided architectural incense chamber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtensive floral and scrolling openwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable ventilated lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSculptural shishi guardian finial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpposing ornamental handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTripod construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative pendant-like forms around the lower body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRounded terminal feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark aged bronze patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm exposed bronze highlights on raised details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe object possesses characteristics associated with Japanese decorative bronze traditions, although the photographs alone do not establish a precise maker, workshop, or date. It is therefore presented for appreciation as a traditional Japanese-style bronze koro rather than burdened with unsupported attribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts strongest quality is not a speculative name or period. It is the craftsmanship visible directly in the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHistorical \u0026amp; Cultural Context\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncense occupies an extraordinary place within Japanese cultural history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced to Japan through Buddhist practice, aromatic incense eventually moved far beyond temple ritual. It became associated with aristocratic life, refined domestic culture, literary appreciation, tea practice, contemplative spaces, and the sophisticated aesthetic tradition known as \u003cstrong\u003ekodo\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Japanese “way of incense.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eObjects created to hold and burn incense therefore developed along several parallel paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome were restrained and functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOthers became extraordinary works of decorative art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBronze proved especially suitable because it could withstand heat while also permitting highly ambitious casting, carving, piercing, sculptural modeling, and patination. Japanese metalworkers transformed practical censers into miniature architectural monuments populated by dragons, birds, mythical animals, flowers, clouds, waves, Buddhist symbols, and guardian figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring periods of particularly ambitious decorative production, incense burners could become showcases for almost every skill available to the metal artisan. A single vessel might combine cast bodies, separately modeled animals, pierced panels, movable lids, multiple patinas, relief decoration, and complex feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis koro belongs visually to that world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts body is not treated as a plain container. Instead, the walls dissolve into pierced vegetation. The handles become sculptural extensions of the vessel. The lid becomes a stage for the guardian lion. The feet themselves become decorative punctuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting object exists somewhere between \u003cstrong\u003eritual implement, interior furnishing, sculpture, and metalwork display piece\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Shishi Guardian\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the summit of the lid sits a small sculptural \u003cstrong\u003eshishi\u003c\/strong\u003e, the lion-like guardian familiar throughout Japanese religious and decorative culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShishi imagery entered Japan through broader East Asian visual traditions and became deeply embedded in temple architecture, shrine approaches, decorative arts, textiles, ceramics, lacquerware, metalwork, and household objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than functioning simply as a literal animal representation, the shishi is traditionally associated with ideas of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrength\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVigilance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSacred guardianship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepelling harmful influence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtection of important spaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts elevated position on this vessel is especially effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure occupies the highest point of the composition, almost acting as a sentinel above the incense chamber. Because incense itself historically carried associations with purification, contemplation, offering, and sacred atmosphere, the guardian imagery feels particularly appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shishi therefore contributes both visual drama and symbolic coherence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBotanical Openwork\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most attractive features of this koro is its extensive floral openwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than simply engraving flowers into a solid wall, the maker has opened the composition entirely, creating a lattice of branches, stems, leaves, and blossoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis has several important effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, it visually lightens the bronze. The object appears more delicate and architectural than its material might suggest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecond, the openwork gives the piece a constantly changing appearance according to viewing angle. Light passing through the openings reveals overlapping layers of handles, feet, internal chamber, and opposite panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThird, the botanical imagery introduces a softer natural vocabulary that balances the stronger guardian imagery of the shishi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a particularly Japanese decorative tension between structure and nature: rigid geometry provides the framework, while organic forms appear to grow freely through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen displayed against a pale wall or illuminated from the side, the pierced panels become especially beautiful because their negative spaces become part of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSculptural Handles\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two large opposing handles contribute substantial character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir strongly curling outlines create visual movement beyond the main body of the censer, widening the silhouette and giving the vessel a ceremonial character disproportionate to its physical scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the exact creature or symbolic interpretation of the handles should not be overstated without closer documentation, their stylized zoomorphic and scrolling appearance belongs comfortably within the broader vocabulary of Japanese bronze ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a design standpoint, they perform an important role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithout them, the body would read as a relatively compact pierced container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith them, the composition expands horizontally and becomes considerably more theatrical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey act almost like brackets framing the central floral architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eLid \u0026amp; Ventilation\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe removable lid is pierced to allow smoke and fragrance to escape while incense is burning within the vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ventilation openings are therefore practical, but they also contribute decoration and visual rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorically, the movement of incense smoke through pierced bronze lids was itself part of the beauty of a koro. Smoke would emerge gradually through small openings rather than rising in a single uninterrupted stream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn an elaborate vessel such as this, that effect could transform the sculpture temporarily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shishi might appear above drifting aromatic smoke while shadows formed across the pierced body below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven when used today purely as a decorative antique, understanding this original relationship between vessel and smoke adds another dimension to the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTripod Construction\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body rests upon three ornamental legs terminating in rounded feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTripod forms possess both practical and visual advantages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree support points naturally stabilize a vessel even when placed on surfaces that are not perfectly level, while the raised construction separates the main chamber from the tabletop below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisually, the legs allow air and negative space beneath the censer, reinforcing the open architectural quality established by the pierced body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe decorative extensions around the lower section also create a rhythm of suspended forms between the body and feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than appearing heavy and block-like, the vessel seems almost elevated above the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBronze, Patina \u0026amp; Surface Character\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bronze surface is one of the object's strongest features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall coloration ranges through dark chocolate brown, blackened recesses, muted reddish-brown, and warmer bronze highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tonal differences should not automatically be interpreted as damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn older bronze objects, surface variation develops through a combination of original finishing techniques, oxidation, handling, environmental exposure, cleaning history, and natural aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaised points naturally reveal themselves first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdges, floral projections, handles, feet, the lion finial, and other frequently touched or exposed areas may display warmer metallic tones, while recessed portions preserve darker oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis contrast increases readability and gives the carving greater dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of historic metalwork often prefer precisely this kind of mature surface because it records the object's passage through time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAggressive polishing would erase much of that history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor that reason, the piece should generally be appreciated with its existing patina rather than treated like contemporary polished metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Visual Qualities\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral aspects make this koro particularly engaging as decorative metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first is \u003cstrong\u003ecomplexity of silhouette\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece offers no single flat façade. Almost every angle creates a new arrangement of openings, handles, flowers, legs, finial, and shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second is \u003cstrong\u003econtrast between mass and transparency\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBronze is visually substantial, yet much of the main body has been intentionally removed through openwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe third is \u003cstrong\u003evertical hierarchy\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe eye begins at the feet, travels upward through the pierced floral walls, meets the architectural rim and lid, and finally arrives at the shishi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fourth is \u003cstrong\u003econtrolled asymmetry inside symmetry\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall construction is balanced, but the botanical patterns and sculptural detailing introduce organic irregularity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fifth is \u003cstrong\u003esurface depth\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark oxidation settles into recesses while raised details remain more visible, naturally outlining the craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether these qualities make the censer successful not only as an antique object but also as sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Collectors May Appreciate This Piece\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis koro brings together several categories of collectible Japanese decorative art within one object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt appeals to collectors of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapanese bronze\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoro and incense vessels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShishi imagery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapanese metalwork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional incense culture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePierced bronze\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsian decorative arts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical ornament\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuddhist-associated interior objects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeiji-style decorative craftsmanship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWabi-sabi interiors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSculptural antique objects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors particularly drawn to objects that reward close inspection may find this piece appealing because the openwork reveals new layers depending upon viewing angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom one side, the floral lattice dominates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom another, the silhouette of the handles becomes stronger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViewed slightly downward, the lion finial becomes the central visual element.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeen at tabletop level, the feet and hanging decorative forms create an almost architectural understructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the type of object that can continue revealing details long after the initial impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDisplay \u0026amp; Interior Suggestions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark bronze and intricate silhouette make this piece exceptionally adaptable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt could be displayed beautifully in a traditional Japanese-inspired interior, but it also works strikingly within modern minimalist spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePossible settings include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTokonoma-inspired alcove\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique cabinet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollector vitrine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeditation room\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea room\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLibrary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEntry console\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMantel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisplay pedestal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapanese art collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsian decorative arts collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWabi-sabi interior\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContemporary neutral interior\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strongest presentation would likely place the censer against a relatively simple background where its openwork can be read clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight plaster, natural oak, walnut, stone, linen, black lacquer, or subdued neutral surfaces would all complement the bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small directional light can also emphasize the openings and throw botanical shadows onto the surface behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisplayed alongside Japanese ceramics, lacquerware, scrolls, Buddhist sculpture, tea objects, or other bronze works, it can serve as a visual anchor without overwhelming the surrounding collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eIncense Use\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece appears structurally conceived as an incense burner, and the pierced lid provides ventilation appropriate to that function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this is an older decorative object, however, buyers wishing to actively burn incense should exercise appropriate care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA removable modern heat-resistant insert may be preferable rather than placing hot charcoal or burning material directly against antique metal surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts value today lies just as strongly in its sculptural and cultural presence as in its original practical purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCondition\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an older bronze object and shows natural signs of age and previous ownership.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisible characteristics include aged surface patination, oxidation, darkening, color variation, rubbing to raised areas, minor marks, irregularities associated with casting and finishing, and general surface wear consistent with an older decorative bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pierced construction contains numerous narrow and projecting elements, and buyers should examine the photographs carefully to evaluate the current condition of the openwork, handles, feet, lid, finial, and decorative projections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe existing patina has considerable visual character and forms an important part of the object's antique appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo aggressive polishing is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review every photograph carefully, as the images form an essential part of the condition description and should be considered together with the written listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecise age, foundry, workshop, and artist attribution are not stated unless independently supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExact measurements were not supplied with the current item information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease add the measured:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum width including handles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody width\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody depth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate lid diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ebefore final publication if available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photographs provide useful proportional context, but measurements should always take precedence over visual estimation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eOffers \u0026amp; Store Policies\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome pieces in our collection have modest room for negotiation, while others are priced more firmly according to rarity, condition, acquisition cost, and replacement difficulty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRespectful offers are always welcome and will be considered seriously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a particular figure in mind, please feel free to contact us. We are happy to discuss the piece and will accommodate reasonable requests whenever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Representation \u0026amp; Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe make every effort to represent our pieces accurately through detailed photography and careful written descriptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage and antique objects naturally carry individual characteristics that cannot always be fully conveyed through photographs alone, including patination, oxidation, minor marks, production irregularities, and evidence of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease contact us before purchasing if you would like clarification regarding a particular area, detail, surface, or condition concern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe would always prefer to answer questions thoroughly before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Antique Condition Policy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is offered in its present vintage or antique condition as shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlder objects should not be expected to possess the uniformity or surface finish of newly manufactured goods. Natural aging, surface variation, oxidation, wear, casting irregularities, minor marks, and other age-related characteristics are inherent to collecting historical decorative art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all supplied photographs carefully before completing your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePurchase, Shipping \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreparation, shipping and handling normally takes approximately \u003cstrong\u003e5–10 business days or earlier whenever possible\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItems are carefully prepared for international transit with packaging appropriate to their materials, weight, shape, age, and fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping methods may vary according to destination and parcel requirements, with tracking provided wherever available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor international orders, customs duties, import taxes, brokerage charges, or other destination-country fees may apply according to local regulations and remain the responsibility of the recipient unless otherwise specified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracking information will be supplied once dispatch preparations have been completed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for this design or model in another size, please feel free to message us. Although availability cannot be guaranteed, we may be able to locate the same or a closely matching piece in a different size through our sourcing network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eA Piece Made for Slow Looking\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe charm of this koro lies in the fact that it refuses to reveal itself all at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt first glance, it is a handsome dark bronze incense burner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen the small guardian appears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen the blossoms hidden within the openwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen the depth behind the pierced panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen the architectural relationship between body, feet, handles, lid, and finial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat gradual discovery is part of what makes older Japanese decorative metalwork so rewarding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an object built not simply to occupy space, but to animate it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#JapaneseKoro #BronzeKoro #JapaneseBronze #IncenseBurner #BronzeCenser #Shishi #ShishiLion #GuardianLion #JapaneseAntique #JapaneseMetalwork #OpenworkBronze #JapaneseArt #JapaneseDecor #AsianAntiques #AntiqueBronze #IncenseCenser #BronzeArt #JapaneseCollectible #JapaneseInterior #TokonomaDecor #JapaneseCraftsmanship #VintageJapanese #AsianArt #FloralOpenwork #TripodCenser #JapaneseHeritage #JapaneseCulture #TraditionalJapan #WabiSabiDecor #JapaneseDesign #BronzeSculpture #IncenseCulture #AsianDecorativeArt #AntiqueMetalwork #JapaneseHomeDecor #CollectorDecor #SacredArt #KoroIncenseBurner #PatinatedBronze #JapaneseCurio #BotanicalBronze #FineJapaneseArt #MeijiStyle #JapaneseTraditionalArt #AsianCollectible #GuardianFigure #IncenseArt #DecorativeBronze #HistoricDecor #SculpturalObject\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003ejapanese koro, bronze koro, incense burner, shishi lion, japanese bronze, bronze censer, japanese antique, asian antique, openwork bronze, shishi guardian, japanese decor, incense censer, bronze sculpture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"\"\u003eMaterial Tags\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ebronze, cast bronze, patinated bronze, aged bronze, bronze metal, metal, cast metal, oxidized bronze, traditional bronze, decorative bronze, sculptural bronze, pierced bronze, openwork bronze, dark bronze patina, Japanese metalwork\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rare Vintage, Antiques and Art Collector \/ Curator \/ Personal Shopper From Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53819351204133,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/AQ-60_9.jpg?v=1789359847","url":"https:\/\/japonista.com\/products\/antique-japanese-bronze-koro-incense-burner-shishi-guardian-lion-floral-openwork-tripod-censer-asian-art","provider":"Japonista","version":"1.0","type":"link"}