{"product_id":"antique-japanese-gilt-bronze-koro-incense-burner-shishi-lion-finial-4w","title":"Antique Japanese Gilt Bronze Koro Incense Burner Shishi Lion Finial ~4\"W","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique Japanese Gilt Bronze Koro Incense Burner Shishi Lion Finial ~4\"W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Japanese Gilt Bronze Koro (Incense Burner) with Shishi Guardian Lion Finial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapan, late Meiji to early Shōwa period (circa 1890–1935)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 4″ W × 3.5″ H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA finely cast \u003c\/span\u003eJapanese gilt bronze koro (incense burner)\u003cspan\u003e designed in a rectangular archaic form with a domed pierced lid surmounted by a lively \u003c\/span\u003eshishi (lion dog) finial resting a paw upon a brocade ball. The body and lid are richly decorated with intricate hand-engraved lotus and scroll motifs, rendered in shallow relief against a bright gilt surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe twin upright handles, stylized in the form of ancient ritual vessels, and the four animal-mask cabriole legs lend the piece a sense of strength and balance. The symbolism of the shishi, guardian of Buddhist temples, reinforces the koro’s spiritual function as a purifier of space through incense smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch gilt bronze incense burners were traditionally placed within a Butsudan (family Buddhist altar) or used in temple settings to accompany ritual offerings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Very good antique condition with expected surface wear, scattered oxidation, and age-consistent patina to the gilding. Structurally sound with no repairs noted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn elegant and spiritually resonant example of Meiji-era Buddhist metalwork, combining protective symbolism with refined craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shogun's Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51351822958909,"sku":"22J1525B","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/2348\/3709\/files\/fullsizeoutput_58ca_439a8f65-0fa5-4d59-804c-908bca84ad73.jpg?v=1770157360","url":"https:\/\/shogunsgallery.com\/products\/antique-japanese-gilt-bronze-koro-incense-burner-shishi-lion-finial-4w","provider":"Shogun's Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}