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A pair of Japanese satsuma incense burners with covers, Meiji period (1868-1912).

Estimate
5 000 - 7 000 SEK
445 - 623 EUR
454 - 635 USD
Hammer price
4 000 SEK
Purchasing info
For condition report contact specialist
Cecilia Nordström
Stockholm
Cecilia Nordström
Senior specialist Asian Ceramics and Works of Art, European Ceramics and Glass
+46 (0)739 40 08 02
A pair of Japanese satsuma incense burners with covers, Meiji period (1868-1912).

In the shape of two stout buddhist lions with their head turned upwards, decorated in gold and blue. Length 17 cm. One with a mark to the stomach. Height 21 cm.

Wear, crazing to glaze. Chip to interior of rim.

Provenance

From the Collection of Elsa (1910-2003) and Cyril Holm (1894 – 1960), Stockholm. The couple shared a passion for art, Chinese antiques and philosophy, they were active in creating their collection and decorating their villa in Danderyd up until 1960. Thence by descent.