This extraordinary large Satsuma incense burner is breathtaking with its dazzling gold brocade decoration. The lid is adorned with a motif of a lion playing with a ball, and the handles on both sides of the body also feature three-dimensional lion motifs, enhancing its solemn elegance. The body is entirely painted with intricately carved portraits of wise men, and the fineness of the gold thread decoration and patterns indicates that this incense burner was crafted by highly skilled artisans of the time.
This type of vessel was also used to hold agarwood, and its dignified aura complements the name "Satsuma ware dedicated to the Emperor." It is not only a beautiful ornament but also a noble and elegant work of art that can become a striking focal point in both Japanese and Western spaces.
Finding a Satsuma ware vessel of such high quality is indeed rare.
Dimensions
Height: approximately 100 cm
Width: approximately 45 cm
Depth: approximately 39 cm
Weight: approximately 20.4 kg
Condition: Good (with the appearance and texture of an antique)