Vintage Kogo Incense Case, Ninsei Iroe, 2nd Morisato Touraku, Otowayama Kiln, Kyo Ware, Kiyomizu Ware,
A Kogo is a small lidded container used to hold incense in the Japanese tea ceremony. It is placed in the tea room as part of the tea utensils and is not used for burning incense.
This fan-shaped Kogo was made by 2nd Morisato Touraku of Otowayama Kiln in Kyoto.
The first Morisato Touraku established Otowayama Kiln at the foot of Otowayama in Kyoto during the Taisho era. The second Touraku, Morisato Ryozo, developed Kyomishima based on the traditions of Kyo ware and Kiyomizu ware. The third Touraku, Morisato Hideo, continued to develop this style.
This piece came from our grandmother’s collection. It appears unused or very lightly used and comes with its Tomobako (original signed paulownia box) and protective cloth. Its fan-shaped form is decorated in a refined polychrome style.
Measurement
Width: 5.4cm / Approx. 2 1/8″
Length: 10.5cm / Approx. 4 9/64″
Height: 2cm / Approx. 25/32″
Weight: 64g
Age: -1996
Title: Ninsei Iroe Ougigata Kogo
Material: Pottery
Color: Gold, Bronze, Red, Green, Yellow Green, Purple, Gofun White, Charcoal Gray
Shape: Japanese Fan
Style: Ninsei Iroe
Condition: Excellent vintage condition consistent with age. (Unused or very lightly used)
* Tomobako (original signed paulownia box)
* Protective cloth
* Excellent gilding condition.
* No chips, cracks, scratches, or visible signs of use.
* Inscription (Refer to No. 3 photo)
* Light discoloration on the box. (Refer to No. 10 photo)
* A minor scratch may be present on the bottom (base) of the Kogo.
* No noticeable incense scent.
If you have any questions about the condition or would like additional photos, please contact us before purchasing.
