Incense Burner by Makuzu Kozan I

This elegant tripod incense burner was created by Makuzu Kozan I [1842-1916], one of the foremost ceramic masters of the Meiji period. Based in Kyoto, Kozan gained international recognition through major world expositions and played a pivotal role in establishing Japanese art ceramics on the global stage.The vessel is of refined rounded form, supported by three delicately proportioned feet that provide both stability and graceful balance. The body is decorated with a continuous bamboo motif executed in luminous green celadon tones. Gracefully rendered bamboo leaves and segmented stalks flow naturally across the creamy white ground, creating a serene composition that embodies the traditional East Asian symbolism of integrity, resilience, and elegance.The fitted bronze cover is pierced with an openwork bamboo-leaf design, allowing incense smoke to emerge naturally while complementing the ceramic body with refined metal craftsmanship. The harmonious combination of ceramic and bronze exemplifies the sophisticated aesthetic characteristic of high-quality Kyoto decorative arts of the Meiji era.Makuzu Kozan I is celebrated for combining exceptional ceramic technique with painterly decoration and innovative artistic vision. His works remain highly sought after by museums and collectors worldwide. This incense burner is an accomplished example of his refined decorative style, equally appreciated as a functional incense vessel and as an outstanding work of Meiji Japanese ceramic art. Height: 10.1cm Diameter: 15cm

Condition
Good condition , Lacking the lid finial.[See images for details]

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