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Large Bronze Tripod Censer with Shishi Lid Finial — Openwork Stand Incense Burner, Meiji-to-Showa Antique-Style Metalwork (27 cm)
Large Bronze Tripod Censer with Shishi Lid Finial — Openwork Stand Incense Burner, Meiji-to-Showa Antique-Style Metalwork (27 cm)
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A powerful, architectural incense burner (koro) in bronze-toned metal, built in a classic tripod censer format and crowned with a shishi (guardian lion) finial. Layered lid tiers, strong horizontal banding, and an openwork base give the piece temple-like presence and sculptural shadow.
This censer form carries a long lineage across East Asia; in Japanese interiors it is often used for altar staging, incense culture, and high-style display. The shishi finial functions as protective symbolism—guardian energy above the vessel.
Presence: the listing confirms substantial weight (approx. 4.970 kg). At 27 cm tall, it anchors a cabinet or tokonoma-inspired arrangement without requiring freight logistics.
- Size: approx. 23 cm W × 16 cm D × 27 cm H
- Weight: approx. 4.970 kg
Condition: header indicates no obvious damage/soil; minor patina variation is normal. Confirm lid fit, tripod stability, and interior residue if previously used.
Authenticity & Stewardship
Evaluated under the Japonista Authentication Framework™:
- Material, carving, and surface-study comparison
- Iconographic and stylistic verification
- Condition and stability review (surface integrity)
- Construction assessment and handling-risk evaluation
Guaranteed 100% Authentic. Covered by the Japonista Lifetime Authenticity Warranty™.
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