{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-monkey-kogo-incense-71310","title":"Vintage Japanese Monkey Kogo Incense Container","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vintage Japanese ceramic kogo, or incense container, sculpted in the form of a seated monkey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe monkey is modeled with a wonderfully compact, almost human-like posture, sitting upright with its arms folded across its body. The warm brown glaze emphasizes the rounded sculptural form and the expressive details of the face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lid separates around the middle of the figure, allowing the piece to retain the appearance of a continuous small sculpture when closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn artist’s mark is present on the piece, although the signature has not been identified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, kogo are small lidded containers used to hold incense during the Japanese tea ceremony. Beyond its original function, this piece works beautifully as a small ceramic sculpture, collectible object, or display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003cbr\u003e\nApprox. 3 cm \/ 1.18 in wide\u003cbr\u003e\nApprox. 7 cm \/ 2.76 in high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION\u003cbr\u003e\nExcellent vintage condition with no noticeable damage or significant signs of use.\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 characterful example of Japanese ceramic animal sculpture, with an unusual upright form and a strong presence despite its small scale.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WabiSabi Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53966310637875,"sku":null,"price":170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/7130\/7827\/files\/Photoroom_20260831_125224.jpg?v=1788148983","url":"https:\/\/wabisabikitchen.net\/products\/vintage-japanese-monkey-kogo-incense-71310","provider":"WabiSabi Kitchen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}