Shin Fujihira Japanese, 1922-2012
Incense burner 香炉 天上界
Ceramic
H5 1/2 x W4 1/2 x L2 9/16 in, H14 x W11.5 x L6.5 cm
C2352P
Shin Fujihira’s Incense Burner is in the shape of a lidded jar rather than a traditional small, box type of incense burner. The rounded shape of this form is pleasant and the addition of small feet elevates the shape, adding a rather sweet character. The small characters attached as a knob on top of the form, from afar, looks ordinary and structurally even while as one approaches the work, the piece has a friendly air to it, as if the two characters are greeting you. The character to the left, extending his hand out to introduce you to the world of Shin Fujihira.