= Antique Meiji Japanese Censer Hibachi Unique Shape Signed Patinated Bronze

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Antique Meiji (1868-1912) Japanese HIBACHI Censer Incense Burner Artist Signed Patinated Bronze
For your consideration is an extremely interesting Japanese antique Hibachi
A stunning artist signed incense burner or censer used in Kodo ceremonies, one of the three classical Japanese arts of refinement
Smoothly finished patinated bronze body with a very unique organic shape resembling a gourd or some fruit
Decorated with applied very detailed male figurine, dressed in traditional outfit, a three-dimensional relief that contrasts with the smooth, round surface of the body
He is depicted painting with a brush and is so well elaborated that you can sense the motion
On the other side there is an array of Japanese calligraphy characters and artist's signature in a rectangle
The removable top is pierced in a wavy pattern
Meiji Dynasty period (1868-1912), Japan
All original and untouched!
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Measurements:
Approx. 10.5" x 9.5" x 7.5" overall, 4.5" deep
Weighs about 7 lbs.
Condition:
Very Good overall.
Please see
photos below. All original
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