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Kutani Kokutani Floral Bird Incense Burner
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Porcelain · 10.5 cm diameter × 11 cm high · Made in Japan · Wooden box
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A richly composed piece of Kutani porcelain, made to be appreciated beyond the incense ritual. Birds, branching foliage, and patterned details follow the rounded body, while a contrasting yellow lid completes the composition. Made in Japan in the Ko-Kutani style and presented in a wooden box, it brings the presence of a decorative ceramic to a personal space.
Why You’ll Love It
A detailed bird-and-floral composition that follows the curve of the porcelain
Distinctive blue plumage, rich green foliage, and bold dark outlines
A pierced yellow patterned lid adds a second layer of decorative detail
Japanese-made porcelain inspired by the historic Ko-Kutani tradition
A decorative piece to enjoy between incense rituals, presented in a wooden box
The appeal of this Kutani incense burner begins with its composition: birds nestled among branching foliage, blue plumage set against rich greens, and warm accents held within confident dark outlines. The pale porcelain ground gives each part of the scene room to register, while the curved body draws the decoration around the vessel.
Above it, a pierced yellow lid introduces a contrasting geometric pattern and a sculptural finial. The relationship between this ordered surface and the flowing nature scene below gives the piece its distinctive character. It rewards both a first glance and the closer attention of turning it in your hands.
Made in Japan from porcelain, the burner draws on the historic Ko-Kutani decorative tradition. Its value as an object extends beyond use: it brings the colour and detail of Japanese decorative ceramics to a shelf, alcove, or display cabinet, remaining a focal point between incense rituals.
At approximately 10.5 cm in diameter and 11 cm high (4.1 × 4.3 in), it is an intimate piece rather than a large statement vessel. Its presence comes from the richness of its decoration and the interplay of body and lid. A wooden presentation box completes a considered gift for someone who appreciates Japanese ceramics, bird motifs, or the ritual of incense.
Product Information
Item: Kutani ware incense burner
Design: Birds and floral decoration in the Ko-Kutani style
Material: Porcelain
Exterior dimensions: Approx. 10.5 cm diameter × 11 cm high (4.1 × 4.3 in)
Origin: Made in Japan
Contents: 1 incense burner
Presentation: Wooden box
Care instructions
Allow the burner to cool completely before handling or cleaning. Carefully remove loose ash and dust the exterior with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid abrasive pads, harsh cleaners, and soaking. To help preserve the decoration, avoid the dishwasher and microwave.
When burning incense, use a stable, heat-resistant surface in a ventilated space, with clear space around the burner. Keep away from flammable materials, children, and pets. Never leave burning incense unattended, and follow the instructions supplied with your incense and burner.
Artisan & Craft
Ko-Kutani, or “Old Kutani,” refers to an early Kutani decorative tradition associated with seventeenth-century Japan. Strong outlines and richly coloured compositions are central to its visual language. This Japanese-made porcelain burner draws on that tradition through the contrast of birds, branching foliage, and patterned surfaces. The decoration continues from the rounded body to the contrasting lid, giving the piece visual interest at more than one scale: the whole composition from a distance, and its finer details up close. Ko-Kutani describes the stylistic inspiration of this contemporary piece, rather than its age.
Note
Pattern placement, colour shading, and dimensions may vary slightly between pieces. The item you receive may differ subtly from the photographs.
Questions About This Piece
What details distinguish this piece?
Look closely at the contrasting birds, the branching foliage, and the bold outlines that organise the coloured scene. The rounded porcelain body carries the composition around the vessel, while the pierced yellow patterned lid adds a distinct decorative element above it. These details give the burner a presence to enjoy even when no incense is burning.
How large is the incense burner?
Its exterior measures approximately 10.5 cm in diameter and 11 cm high (4.1 × 4.3 in). The interior space for incense is smaller. The rounded form can be enjoyed on a shelf or console between uses.
What is included?
You will receive one porcelain incense burner presented in a wooden box. Its boxed presentation makes it a thoughtful gift for someone who enjoys incense or Japanese ceramics.
How should I care for the decoration?
Let the burner cool completely before handling. Remove loose ash carefully and dust the exterior with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners, soaking, the dishwasher, and microwave. Always follow the instructions supplied with your incense and burner.
Kutani ware · Ishikawa, Japan
Kutani: Japan’s art of brilliant color
Kutani ware emerged in Ishikawa in the 17th century and became
celebrated for bold overglaze painting and an unmistakably rich use
of color. Its decorative language ranges from expressive nature motifs
to highly detailed compositions, giving Kutani porcelain a vivid
character unlike almost any other Japanese ceramic tradition.
17th-century rootsborn in Ishikawa
Kutani Gosaifive signature colors
Overglaze paintingbold, layered, expressive
Ishikawa · Hokuriku · Japan
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Learn more about Kutani ware
What is Kutani ware?
Kutani ware is a tradition of Japanese porcelain associated with
Ishikawa Prefecture. It first developed in the 17th century and is
especially known for richly colored overglaze decoration, bold
compositions and a wide range of styles that evolved over several
centuries.
What are the five colors of Kutani ware?
The traditional Kutani palette is often referred to as Kutani Gosai,
or the five Kutani colors: red, yellow, green, purple and dark blue.
These vivid overglaze enamels are used in different combinations,
from dense decorative painting to more restrained contemporary work.
Where is Kutani ware made?
Kutani ware is associated with Ishikawa Prefecture in Japan’s
Hokuriku region, particularly the areas around Kaga, Komatsu and
Kanazawa. The original Kutani production began near present-day
Kaga in the mid-1600s.
Why does Kutani ware look so different from other Japanese porcelain?
Kutani is distinguished by its emphasis on decoration after the
porcelain body has been fired. Layers of colored enamel are applied
over the glaze, allowing artists to create saturated color, strong
outlines and highly expressive imagery. This gives Kutani ware a
more painterly and often more dramatic appearance than many other
Japanese porcelain traditions.
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