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This is a Japanese tiger-shaped kogo incense container by Samukawa Seiho of Aoi Kiln, Kishu Ware, Japan.
The tiger is modeled in a reclining form, giving the piece a compact but strong sculptural presence.
The piece comes with its original wooden storage box and a paper leaflet.
The tiger is an important motif in Japanese and East Asian culture. It is traditionally associated with strength, courage, protection, and vitality. The tiger is also one of the twelve animals of the Japanese zodiac and is closely connected with the Year of the Tiger.
Traditionally, kogo are small lidded containers used to hold incense during the Japanese tea ceremony.
Because of its sculptural animal form, this piece can also be appreciated as a decorative trinket box, ceramic figurine, or small Japanese art object.
With its identified artist and kiln, Kishu Ware provenance, original wooden storage box, paper leaflet, and zodiac tiger motif, this piece is especially suitable for collectors of Japanese pottery, tea ceremony objects, tiger motifs, zodiac art, or studio ceramics.
This is a vintage used item. The ceramic piece shows age-related surface wear, small marks, discoloration, and crazing consistent with age and previous storage.
No major cracks or large chips are visible.
The wooden storage box and paper leaflet also show age-related wear and storage marks.
Please review all photos carefully for the exact condition, details, and included items.
Made in Japan.
