Incense container (kogo 香合)

Maker Unknown Japanese Artist

DateEdo period (1615-1868), 19th century

Made/manufacturedJapan

MediumGlazed ceramic (Raku 楽焼)

Dimensions1 1/8 x 2 13/16 x 2 13/16 in. (2.9 x 7.2 x 7.1 cm)

ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment

Credit LineBequest of the Estate of Sandra G. Saltzman

Object number2012.8.24

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DescriptionAn incense container in the shape of a flat cushion decorated with a plum blossom.

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