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Karakane Shishi-kouro / Bronze Lion Incense Burner

  • Writer: aday
    aday
  • Apr 20, 2024
  • 2 min read

Updated: Jul 20, 2024




This incense burner features a fantastical shape, covered with the lion's characteristic rich, curly mane.


The lions depicted on folding screens (Byobu), room dividers (Tsuitate), and sliding door (Fusuma) paintings are remembered for their slender bodies and sharp, piercing gazes directed at the viewer.


In contrast, the lion on this incense burner has a somewhat humorous face and a stocky form that lends it a charming appearance. With its head lifted, it gazes back at those who peer into it, exuding a cuteness not typically associated with lions. To insert the incense, simply open the hinge at the neck.

  • Karakane Shishi-kouro / Bronze Lion Incense Burner

  • Material: Bronze

  • Approximate Dimensions: w110 × d160 x h160(mm)

  • Approximate Weight: 1.7kg

  • Other: Comes in a paulownia wood box.


Please note that as each piece is handmade, there may be slight variations in color.

Please refer to “Metalcraft Care”, for daily use.


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唐銅 獅子香炉


獅子ならではの豊かな巻き毛に覆われ、幻想的な形状をした香炉です。


屏風や衝立、襖絵に描かれる獅子は、細身でするどい眼光をこちらに向けている姿が思い出されます。この香炉の獅子は、どことなくユーモラスな顔立ちと、そのずんぐりとしたフォルムによって愛嬌のある姿をしています。顔を上げ、覗き込む人を見つめるその姿は、獅子とは思えぬ愛らしさを感じます。お香を入れる時には首元の蝶番をひらいてお使いいただけます。


  • 唐銅 獅子香炉：からかね ししこうろ

  • 素材：青銅

  • およその大きさ：w110 × d160 × h160(mm)

  • およその重量：1.7kg

  • その他：桐箱入り


Vendor info

SEIKADO


Seikado was established here in Kyoto in 1838 (Edo Period) as a pewterer. Although historically, Kyoto pewter crafts were originally developed and made available to only the upper classes, we have been endeavoring to design something which is equally in keeping with modern times as it is in maintaining respect for our traditional heritage. The next time you pay a visit to Kyoto, be sure to experience and share with us such distinctive Japanese beauty.



1838年、江戸後期に錫（すず）師として現在地に創業。爾来、神社仏閣の荘厳品、宮中の御用品の製作に代々励んでまいりました。



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