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Incense Burner (koro) and Cover with Molded and Reticulated Design

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Beige ceramic incense burner with a rounded rectangular body. The body has a honeycomb pattern cut out around the entire bottom portion. Two small protruding handles on either side. A small foot supports the bottom. A rounded lid with a honeycomb pattern on top sits on the body. The background fades from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Satsuma ware, earthenware with clear glaze
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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