Censer, Koro - Bronze, Gilt - Seiho - Very fine pheasant censer, marked - Japan - Early 20th century

Beautifully elaborated and highly detailed iroe pheasant censer, with gilded beak and legs. Marked : Seihō 青鳳 In Japan the pheasant is a divine messenger for Amaterasu, the great sun goddess. Her association with the pheasant made this creature an important symbol of power, abundance and promise. Dimensions: 33 x 18 x 27 cm Very good condition; there are signs of wear from age and normal use, scratches and rubbing; for condition, please, take a look at pictures. Registered shipping, well packed for safe and fast delivering.