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JAPANESE STERLING BOX; INCENSE BURNER; DRAGON DECORATED KETTLE DRUM; MEIJI
We are pleased to offer this extremely rare Japanese dragon in crashing waves incense burner.
Formed as a large kettle drum on stand.
Signed.
Each side with different Japanese dragon rising from crashing waves. Carved in vibrant relief and with the finest finish detail as shown.
One side with removable cover for filling.
Circular frame with the sacred pearl overhead. Here in fiery lotus bud form.
Two drum sticks to either side of frame.
Atop crossed tapering scroll tip support.
Never monogrammed.
This Japanese dragon in crashing waves incense burner is 5 inches and weighs 2 3/4 standard ounces.
Hallmarked as shown.
In excellent condition. Rich lusterous silver patina throughout. Interior clean. The dragons retain original vibrant detail. Minor wear.