Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) A copper-patinated bronze tripod incense burner, the globular body with incised and inlaid copper and gilt copper decoration of birds in flight among chrysanthemums, standing on three chimera-headed feet, two small handles, shishi-shaped cover, attached inner compartment (liner), signature in an inlaid and gilt cartouche under the body "?koku sei" (?谷製) . H. 19 cm One foot restored (glued back with neck casting on the body).