{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-horse-kogo-incense-54507","title":"Vintage Japanese Horse Kogo Incense Container","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vintage Japanese kogo, or incense container, created in the sculptural form of a horse, one of the twelve animals of the Japanese zodiac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece depicts a seated horse with an upright, expressive silhouette. Its modeled mane, saddle-like details, and layered green and earthy-toned glaze give the small ceramic form considerable depth and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than appearing simply as a container, the closed form reads almost entirely as a miniature ceramic sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece bears a mark reading “Shuseki” (朱石). Further details regarding the maker have not been conclusively identified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, kogo are small lidded containers used to hold incense during the Japanese tea ceremony. Outside of its original function, this piece can also be displayed as a collectible Japanese ceramic object or small animal sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe horse (uma) is one of the twelve animals of the Japanese zodiac and has long been associated with vitality, movement, and strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003cbr\u003e\nApprox. 7 cm \/ 2.76 in wide\u003cbr\u003e\nApprox. 7 cm \/ 2.76 in high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION\u003cbr\u003e\nThe ceramic piece is in beautiful vintage condition with no noticeable damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original storage box shows staining, wear, and signs of age.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease refer to the photographs for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes its original storage box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinctive Japanese ceramic object with a particularly sculptural silhouette and expressive glazed surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WabiSabi Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53966310703411,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/7130\/7827\/files\/Photoroom_20260831_125018.jpg?v=1788148983","url":"https:\/\/wabisabikitchen.net\/products\/vintage-japanese-horse-kogo-incense-54507","provider":"WabiSabi Kitchen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}